The axolotl (/ ˈæksəlɒtəl / ⓘ; from Classical Nahuatl: āxōlōtl [aːˈʃoːloːtɬ] ⓘ) (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a species of paedomorphic mole salamander, meaning they mature without …

Nov 21, 2025 · Axolotl, salamander of the family Ambystomatidae, notable for its permanent retention of larval features, such as external gills. It is found in Xochimilco Lake, within Mexico …

Dec 1, 2025 · Keeping an Axolotl as a pet is one of the most unique and enjoyable adventures an aquarist can embark on. Learn why, and how to care for them.

The axolotl, Ambystoma mexicanum, is a type of salamander that doesn’t go through metamorphosis. Salamanders are amphibians that, like frogs and newts, start off living in the …

Shrouded in mystery, and defying typical biological laws like metamorphosis, the axolotl (pronounced AX-oh-lot-ul), a type of salamander, keeps its webbed feet firmly placed in …

Sep 10, 2010 · What is an axolotl? According to legend, the axolotl is the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl, who disguised himself as a salamander to avoid being sacrificed.

The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a paedomorphic salamander related to the Tiger salamander. Axolotls are unusual among amphibians in that they reach adulthood without …

Sep 6, 2025 · Explore the fascinating story of the axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) — from ancient Aztec mythology and its unique neotenic biology, to its role in regeneration research …

Aug 28, 2025 · From their history and conservation status to safe handling, feeding, and more, this is the best place to find information about the legendary Mexican Walking Fish, the axolotl.

Feb 5, 2025 · The axolotl, whose name comes from the Nahuatl language, is a very culturally significant animal and seen as a representation of renovation, regeneration, and the cycle of …