MEXICO CITY (AP) — Legend has it the axolotl was not always an amphibian. Long before it became Mexico’s most beloved salamander and efforts to prevent its extinction flourished, it was a sneaky god. ...

Another claimed that, “Making them illegal was a mistake. They will still be bought and sold everywhere.” The tiny axolotls were seized within a larger illegal shipment, according to FWS. Credit: ...

One of the world’s most endangered amphibians – the primordial and fish-like axolotl – has successfully adapted to a new environment after being released into artificial wetlands in Mexico, scientists ...

Our passion for these cute-looking salamanders means they are everywhere – except in the wild, where the species is under increasing threat ...

A lot of beautiful creatures have been becoming endangered these days. For instance, giraffes are now under the "threatened" list amid the ongoing climate change crisis. Monarch butterflies have also ...

MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Legend has it the axolotl was not always an amphibian. Long before it became Mexico’s most beloved salamander and efforts to prevent its extinction flourished, it was a sneaky ...

The axolotls will grow about an inch per month, eventually growing to 8 to 12 inches in length. “Right now, they’re growing front legs, and then they’ll get the back legs,” Hancock said. “They’re the ...

Axolotls are an incredible species, well known for their stylish looks, pretty pink coloring, and ability to regenerate. Unfortunately, these remarkable creatures are critically endangered. Scientists ...

Can’t get behind the Year of the Snake? Maybe you need an axolotl. Characterized in the popular video games “Minecraft” and “Pokemon,” axolotls are aquatic salamanders with unique and, well, adorable ...

Capture some cute coloring fun with these kawaii axolotl coloring pages. Which one is your favorite?