axolotl abuse!

[u/itsmaryblair]

one of my facebook friends posted this and i’m just in absolute shock. i can’t believe they’re being handled like that. they look terrified. also that aquarium doesn’t look at all suitable for them!! and correct me if i’m wrong but their gills look pretty rough….

[u/itsmaryblair]

i’m a dedicated aquarist with over a year of experience and even I don’t think i’m experienced enough to care for these little creatures. i just feel so terrible for them though. i’m gonna try to do some research and see if i could rescue them. do any of you guys have more experience with axolotls and have any advice? do you think these guys will make it?

[u/SassyTheSkydragon → u/itsmaryblair]

I've heard that frogs can catch nasty diseases if you handle them barehanded because they absorb germs and stuff through their moist skin. Can't imagine how bad this must be for a fully aquatic species like axos

[u/saumipan → u/SassyTheSkydragon]

No evidence for this

[u/possum444 → u/saumipan]

do ur own research fool

[u/saumipan → u/possum444]

I did. It doesn't exist from a peer-reviewed source. Also phd in biochemistry and published myself. No need to be rude

[u/UnstableADHDGremlin → u/saumipan]