- Axolotl - Wikipedia
The axolotl ( ˈæksəlɒtəl ⓘ; from Classical Nahuatl: āxōlōtl [aːˈʃoːloːtɬ] ⓘ) (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a species of paedomorphic mole salamander, meaning they mature without undergoing metamorphosis into the terrestrial adult form; the adults remain fully aquatic with obvious external gills
- Axolotl | Description, Diet, Habitat, Lifespan | Britannica
axolotl, (Ambystoma mexicanum), salamander of the family Ambystomatidae (order Caudata), notable for its permanent retention of larval features, such as external gills The species is found only in Lake Xochimilco, within Mexico City, where it is classified as a critically endangered species
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Axolotls are only found in Mexico They’re often referred to as Mexican Walking Fish Unfortunately, these animals have become critically endangered in the wild They are available in the aquarist trade, but it’s rare to see them being sold in stores
- Axolotl - San Diego Zoo Animals Plants
Axolotls are lentic, meaning they inhabit still-water lakes They occur in only two: Mexico’s Lake Xochimilco and Lake Chalco, where they are Critically Endangered from the combined impacts of pollution, habitat degradation, and predation and competition from non-native species
- Where Do Axolotls Live and Why Do They Look So Strange?
Axolotls are a large, threatened species of salamander that live in fresh water — specifically in Lake Xochimilco in the southern part of Mexico City Also, while they're sometimes called "Mexican walking fish," they're amphibians, not fish at all
- 68 Axolotl Facts: Ultimate Guide to the Adorable . . . - Everywhere Wild
Looking to learn about the axolotl? You’re in the right place! In this ultimate guide, you’ll learn 68 axolotl facts, including: habitat, external gills, lifespan, pet care, range, and nearly eternal youth I’ll cover everything you want to know about these adorable little internet sensations Plus tons of awesome photos and videos! 1
- The Amazing World of Axolotls and Why They Are Endangered
Learn what makes axolotls so special and why wild populations in Mexico are on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss
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