Critically Endangered
Axolotl
Ambystoma mexicanum
A permanently aquatic salamander famous for its feathery gills and regenerative abilities.
Category
Amphibian
Habitat
Wetland
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
10–15 years in captivity; shorter in the wild
Size
Length 15–30 cm
Scientific Name
Ambystoma mexicanum
About Axolotl
A permanently aquatic salamander famous for its feathery gills and regenerative abilities.
Fun Fact
Axolotls can regenerate limbs, parts of their spinal cords, and other tissues.
Where Axolotl Lives
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Xochimilco, Mexico City
, Mexico