2024年5月26日 · Injecting an axolotl with iodine can cause several effects. It can act as a disinfectant, killing any bacteria or parasites present in the injection site. It may also stimulate cell regeneration in injured or damaged tissues, aiding in the healing process.

2025年3月19日 · When an axolotl is injected with iodine, it provides the necessary building block for its thyroid gland to produce more T3 and T4. This surge in thyroid hormones mimics the natural trigger for metamorphosis, prompting the axolotl’s body to begin transforming.

What does iodine do to axolotls? This induces the release of hormones that kick off the process of developing land-based traits. But too much iodine can kill an axolotl, and even if they successfully metamorphose they don't survive as well as natural paedomorphic axolotls, so it's not recommended for axolotl owners.

2020年10月27日 · The failure of axolotl metamorphosis to occur is actually caused by a lack of iodine in their natural environment. Usually, when salamanders transition from their aquatic larval stage to their adult land-swelling form they use iodine to produce the thyroid hormones that fuel their transformation.

2025年4月7日 · Injecting iodine into an axolotl can trigger a cascade of physiological changes, potentially leading to metamorphosis – the transformation from its perpetually larval aquatic form into a terrestrial, salamander-like adult.

2024年5月29日 · Iodine is an essential element required for proper thyroid gland function, which plays a vital role in regulating growth and development in axolotls. Without adequate levels of iodine, axolotls may exhibit stunted growth, reduced appetite, and overall poor health. So, how can we ensure that our axolotls receive sufficient iodine for optimal growth?

2025年4月9日 · Iodine significantly impacts axolotls. While crucial for thyroid hormone production in many vertebrates, in axolotls, iodine triggers metamorphosis , forcing them to transform from their larval form into a terrestrial salamander .

2024年5月31日 · If you suspect that your axolotl is experiencing iodine sensitivity, the first step is to remove it from the iodine-contaminated water and transfer it to fresh, clean water. It is crucial to thoroughly clean the tank, ensuring that all traces of iodine are removed.

Some sources mention iodine can be used to induce metamorphosis, but since I'm a PhD Chemist I can tell you that iodine is so poisonous that most people end up killing their axolotls because it's very difficult to change the ppm (parts per million) of iodine in the water by only a point or two unless you really know what you're doing.

2025年3月17日 · No, iodine is generally not safe for axolotls. It can induce metamorphosis, a stressful and potentially fatal process for these amphibians who are naturally paedomorphic (meaning they retain their larval characteristics throughout their lives).