Breed and Tame Axolotls in Minecraft

Axolotls: they're cute, they're fun, and getting your hands on them in Minecraft can be a bit of a task. These little critters aren't exactly running around everywhere. If you're fortunate enough to find some, you might grab a couple. But even then, you're likely to only encounter the standard colors. So, how do you go about getting all the different types of Axolotls by breeding them? Well, let's walk through it. We'll cover everything from what they eat to setting up a sweet little home for them. Plus, we'll talk about how to tame them. Let's get started!

First things first — you'll need to locate at least two Axolotls before you can start a family. Because they're fairly rare, this could take a little while. A good starting point is learning about where they spawn, in what conditions, and what to do once you've found one.

How to Catch Axolotls in Minecraft

Alright, you've spotted some Axolotls. The next step is to collect them — and thankfully, this is easier than actually finding them. All you need to do is walk up to one and use a water bucket on it.

The game automatically scoops them up into the bucket, turning them into portable Axolotls. Now they're inventory items. You can move them around and release them wherever you want by emptying the bucket. Remember, you'll need at least two of them to start breeding.

How to Tame and Lead Axolotls

Let's clear something up: you can't tame Axolotls in the traditional sense, the way you would a wolf or a cat. But you can easily catch and carry them around in a water bucket. Another option is to attach them to a lead using a leash, so they'll trail behind you as you walk.

If buckets and leashes aren't your style, you can also lure them with food. Hold their favorite snack in your hand and they'll follow you. Just remember that Axolotls need water to survive — being out of the water for too long is harmful to them. No matter how you choose to move them around, keep them hydrated.

What Do Axolotls Eat in Minecraft?

Like most creatures in Minecraft, Axolotls need food to enter breeding mode. What makes them special is their diet: they only eat tropical fish — and the fish have to be alive. Dead fish won't work.

That means you need to catch the tropical fish with a water bucket. If you simply toss fish into their area, the Axolotls will attack and eat them on their own. To trigger breeding, the Axolotls need to eat the fish directly from the bucket.

How to Build an Axolotl Breeding Pen

Got your Axolotls? Got their food? Great! Now you need to set up a space where the magic can happen. Here's what you'll need:

• At least two buckets of tropical fish
• A 3×3 block area filled with water
• Two Axolotls
• Around 35 blocks to build a pen (glass is a great choice so you can watch them)

Feel free to adjust the size and materials to suit your style. Once you've gathered everything, here's how to build the perfect Axolotl breeding spot:

1. Build a two-block-high wall around your 3×3 area. Glass works great because you can easily see what's going on inside.
2. Put a roof on it to keep the Axolotls safe from hostile mobs and bad weather. Add a trapdoor to the roof for easy access when placing Axolotls and feeding them.
3. Fill the entire space with water right to the top. Filling from inside the pen is the easiest way to evenly cover the area.

How to Breed Axolotls in Minecraft

With everything set up, it's breeding time! Here's what to do:

1. Place your two Axolotls into the prepared area and make sure they can't escape.
2. Feed each Axolotl one tropical fish from a bucket.
3. Be patient — after a short while, a baby Axolotl will appear and start swimming around with its parents.

Things to Remember for Future Breeding

After your first successful breeding session, keep these things in mind:

• Parent Axolotls need a cooldown before they can breed again — 5 minutes in Java Edition and 1 minute in Bedrock Edition.
• Baby Axolotls take around 20 minutes to grow into adults. Once mature, you can use them to breed even more.
• You can speed up a baby Axolotl's growth by feeding it buckets of tropical fish.

How to Get a Rare Blue Axolotl

Baby Axolotls usually inherit one of their parents' colors — and you can't control or change it later. That said, there's always a small random chance of getting a blue baby, even without blue parents.

According to the Minecraft Wiki, the odds of a baby Axolotl being blue are about 1 in 1,200. Pretty slim! If you're determined to get one, you can use a command to summon one directly. Just be aware that enabling cheats will disable achievements in that world.

To summon a blue Axolotl, type the following into the chat or a command block:

/summon minecraft:axolotl ~ ~ ~ {Variant:4}

Now you're all set to breed as many Axolotls as you want! One great thing about them is that they'll fight aquatic mobs, making underwater exploration a lot safer. So, where will you take your Axolotl squad on your next Minecraft adventure? Let us know in the comments!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Do I Find Axolotls in Minecraft?

Axolotls spawn in lush cave biomes, specifically in water-filled areas with complete darkness underground.

How Do You Tame an Axolotl in Minecraft?

You can't tame an Axolotl the same way as a dog or cat. However, you can guide them using a bucket of tropical fish or attach them to a lead to bring them with you.

How Do You Breed Axolotls in Minecraft?

To breed two Axolotls, feed each of them a bucket of tropical fish while they are close to one another. A baby Axolotl will appear shortly after.