Copper Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)

Copper Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)Copper axolotls are named for their Copper color tone on their bodies. This color can range from dark to light. They also possess spots and some shiny speckles known as iridophores. As legend has it, the axolotl is the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl, which disguised himself as a salamander to avoid being sacrificed. They are neotenic, meaning that the adults retain traits seen only in juveniles of similar species. While most amphibians grow

Despite their predatory nature

L-201 Orinoco Angel

this unique looking pleco has tentacle like strands growing all around the mouth area

and the long filament-like extensions that develop on the dorsal fin of mature males

and silversides

They are aggressive feeders and should be monitored to prevent overeating

also developed in the 1980s

The wels catfish also called sheatfish

elevated dorsal fins

It grows very quickly and is not suitable for small ponds or tanks

They are mostly inactive

but requires a very large tank