Can axolotls live with yellow labs?
Verdict
No
No. Axolotls and yellow labs should not share a tank. Axolotls are coldwater animals (60–66°F); yellow labs need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAxolotls are coldwater animals (60–66°F); yellow labs need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
- Deal breakerFish nibble at axolotl gills, and axolotls swallow small fish. Keep axolotls on their own.
What works
- pH 7.8–8 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Axolotl | Electric yellow cichlid | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–66 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7.8–8.6 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | All levels |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 4+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for yellow labs
MollyYes
Mystery snailYes
Peacock cichlidYes
Boesemani rainbowfishYes
Blue gouramiYes
Firemouth cichlidYes
All electric yellow cichlid tank mates
Questions
Can axolotls live with yellow labs?
No. Axolotls and yellow labs should not share a tank. Axolotls are coldwater animals (60–66°F); yellow labs need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both axolotls and yellow labs?
None. Axolotls need 60–66 °F and yellow labs need 75–82 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do axolotls and yellow labs need together?
At least 40 gal, set by the electric yellow cichlid. Add space for each extra fish.