More Axolotl Variants Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get started with the More Axolotl Variants Mod?
Just find any axolotl in a lush cave and start collecting, since the mod's variants spawn naturally in the same places vanilla axolotls do. Catching a few with a bucket is the fastest way to see which variants you already have.
Do the new axolotl variants spawn naturally or do I have to breed them?
Most of them spawn naturally in lush cave water, but Skulk and Glowxolotl are breeding-exclusive and won't appear on their own. You'll need to breed specific parent pairs to get those two.
Where do I find the naturally spawning variants like Golden, Cyanide, or Wilder?
They spawn in the same lush cave biomes as vanilla axolotls, so explore cave pools and clay-lined water areas underground. Different variants appear alongside each other, so sweeping a single large lush cave usually turns up several at once.
How do I breed the Skulk and Glowxolotl variants?
You breed them by pairing specific parent variants together rather than finding them in the wild. Check the breeding guide for which parent combinations produce each one, then feed the pair tropical fish to trigger breeding.
Why won't my axolotls breed?
The most common causes are not feeding them the right food, not having two adults, or the pair not being a valid combination for the variant you want. Make sure both axolotls are adults, feed each one a bucket of tropical fish, and confirm the parents match the recipe for your target variant.
Can I keep all ten variants in one tank?
Yes, but axolotls need enough space and water to avoid crowding, and you should keep them away from hostile mobs. A large, well-lit enclosure with plenty of hiding spots lets you display every variant together safely.
Do the new variants behave differently from vanilla axolotls?
They share the same core behavior, including helping you fight underwater mobs and playing dead when hurt. The differences are cosmetic, so treat them like normal axolotls for care and habitat purposes.
Will the mod conflict with other axolotl or mob mods?
It generally works alongside other mods, but mods that also add or alter axolotl variants can overlap or override each other's spawns. If you notice missing or duplicate variants, try loading this mod separately to isolate the conflict.
Does this mod hurt performance or cause lag?
It's a lightweight content mod, so performance impact is minimal unless you spawn huge numbers of axolotls in one area. If you build a massive collection, keep the enclosure reasonably sized to avoid entity-related lag.
How do I complete a full collection of all ten variants?
Catch the eight naturally spawning variants from lush caves, then breed the Skulk and Glowxolotl from the correct parent pairs. Once you have all ten in buckets or a habitat, you've completed the set.