About Axolotls
The axolotl, Ambystoma mexicanum, also known as the Mexican walking fish, is a neotenic salamander related to the tiger salamander. Axolotls are critically endangered in the wild but are popular in laboratory research and as pets. 🐟✨
Fun Facts
- Axolotls have incredible regenerative abilities, capable of growing back limbs, spinal cords, hearts, and even parts of their brains!
- Unlike most salamanders, axolotls remain aquatic throughout their life. 🌊
- They are native to the ancient lake complex of Xochimilco near Mexico City. 🇲🇽