Axolotls 1 of the Best Ways to Transport an Axolotl! 6 min read April 8, 2024 To transport an axolotl, you need a plastic bag that is close to 15 inches long by 8 inches wide. Place the axolotl in the bag and fill the bag 1/3 full of water so the axolotl is covered with water. Pump or blow air into the other two-thirds of the bag. Place the bag in a cooler surrounded by packing peanuts