Meet Shelley – B Grade Copper Female Axolotl
Shelley is a beautiful Copper female axolotl with the warm brown, bronze and earthy tones characteristic of the Copper morph.
She is a visually confirmed adult female and approximately 24 cm long.
Shelley is being listed as B Grade, meaning she has a physical or cosmetic feature that places her outside our standard grading. B Grade axolotls can still make wonderful pets and are offered with the same care, preparation and ongoing support as our other individually listed axolotls.
You Know Exactly Who You’re Bringing Home
At Little Lotl’s Australia, you are choosing an individual axolotl, not an anonymous animal from a group.
Shelley at a glance:
Morph: Copper
Sex: Visually confirmed female
Size: Approx. 24 cm
Life stage: Adult
Grade: B Grade
Exact animal: The Shelley pictured is the Shelley you will receive
Feeding: Established feeder
Transition food: Included
Care information: Included
Support: Lifetime Little Lotl’s support
Shelley has been individually housed, observed and cared for. Relevant feeding and care information can be provided before collection or dispatch to help make her transition easier.
Shipping for up to three axolotls is:
- $50 to eligible Metro & Major Regional VIC, NSW, QLD, SA and ACT destinations
- $75 to eligible regional/non-metro VIC, NSW, QLD and SA destinations
- $70 to eligible Perth metro destinations
- $120 to eligible regional Western Australian destinations
Live axolotls are transported with Team Global Express under Little Lotl’s approved live-animal shipping arrangements.
Live axolotls are normally dispatched on Mondays only, subject to suitable weather, public holidays, expected transit times, carrier availability and animal-welfare considerations.
A $35 redelivery fee may apply if delivery cannot be completed.
Still cycling your aquarium? Shelley can be held by arrangement for $5 per week or part thereof until her new home is ready.
Please see our Shipping & Returns page or contact Little Lotl’s with your postcode if you're unsure which rate applies.
Shelley’s Personality
Shelley is a mature adult who has been individually observed and cared for, giving you the opportunity to choose her as an individual rather than selecting an unnamed axolotl from a group.
As with all axolotls, behaviour can change as Shelley settles into a new aquarium, but our observations help you get to know the individual animal you are choosing.
What Makes Shelley Special?
Shelley’s standout feature is her beautiful Copper colouring.
Copper axolotls display warm brown, bronze and earthy pigmentation that can vary in intensity under different aquarium lighting.
As a visually confirmed adult female, Shelley is also a great option for someone wanting an established adult whose sex and approximate adult size are already known.
Shelley is listed as B Grade because she has a physical or cosmetic feature that does not meet our standard grading.
B Grade does not automatically mean unhealthy. Many B Grade axolotls simply have a cosmetic difference, previous injury, unusual feature or other imperfection that makes them a little different.
Where relevant, Shelley’s particular B Grade feature can be discussed before purchase so you know exactly what you are bringing home.
Colour and appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings.
Why Choose an Individually Listed Little Lotl?
You know exactly who you are buying and how they have been cared for.
Additional photos or videos of Shelley are available on request.
Preparing for Shelley
Shelley requires a fully cycled, cool-water aquarium with:
Ammonia: 0 ppm
Nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: Ideally below 20 ppm
pH: 7.2–8.2
Temperature: 14–18°C
Clean, properly dechlorinated water
Gentle filtration
Smooth décor and comfortable hides
Low lighting
Plenty of floor space
An appropriate axolotl diet
Little Lotl’s may ask about your setup before finalising the sale to help ensure Shelley is moving into a suitable home.
What Comes With Shelley?
Transition food
Axolotl care information
Settling-in guidance
Relevant individual care information
Lifetime support from Little Lotl’s Australia
Add to Shelley’s Order
API Freshwater Master Test Kit
Monitor ammonia, nitrite, nitrate and pH to help keep Shelley’s aquarium stable and safe.
Concentrated water conditioner formulated for axolotl aquariums to treat tap water before water changes and top-ups.
Together, these help cover two of the most important parts of axolotl care: testing the water and treating new tap water before it reaches the aquarium.
Bring Shelley Home
Shelley isn't simply a Copper axolotl selected from a tank.
This is Shelley. You can see exactly who you are choosing, know how she has been cared for and continue that care with support from Little Lotl’s Australia.
Purchase Shelley online today or contact us for additional photos, videos, feeding information or aquarium setup advice.