What’s peeking out from there? The little head of an axolotl!
Axolotls—these adorable, smiley amphibians—melt even the toughest hearts and captivate both scientists and animal lovers around the world!
So dive into the depths of the rainforest's Igapo and come see the antics of our delightful axolotl crew, and learn more about this incredible species.
Have you already met the adorable axolotls?
Axolotls are cute little creatures that come in several different colors. In the wild, they live in Xochimilco Lake and its canal system near Mexico City, Mexico. Unfortunately, their natural habitat is now seriously threatened due to pollution and urban development.
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Axolotls can regenerate body parts - These amphibians are capable of regenerating not only their limbs but also their hearts, spinal cord, and even parts of their brains, making them biologically very unique.
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Axolotls retain their juvenile features throughout their lives - Unlike most amphibians, axolotls never undergo complete metamorphosis, so they retain larval traits, such as external gills, even as adults.
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Axolotls are popular pets - Their unique appearance and smile-like expression make them popular aquarium pets around the world.
