The quest to save the axolotl — the frilly faced, critically endangered amphibian whose quirky looks and otherworldly vibe have endeared it to fans globally — centers on a lake in Mexico City.

Axolotls, which breed well in captivity, are popular research subjects in the fields of aging and regenerative medicine. For humans, aging is inevitable. But axolotls, those cute, smiling ...

Axolotls are carnivorous animals that feed on small animals such as worms, insects, and fish. They are opportunistic hunters who will eat whatever prey is readily available. In the wild, axolotls ...

"They were hunting, they were eating, and they were avoiding predators. So this was really big," she said. Axolotls — named for the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl — are native to the ...

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 ...

Despite capturing hearts around the world, the wild axolotl — an aquatic salamander with feathery frills and a soft smile — faces extinction. Fortunately, for both axolotls and their fans ...

The axolotl, often dubbed the “Mexican walking fish,” is a captivating amphibian that captures the imagination of scientists and animal enthusiasts alike. Despite its nickname, the axolotl is not a ...

which quickly became pests because fishing was banned in Xochimilco (carp eat axolotl eggs, and tilapia eat juveniles; and then they compete with the adult amphibians for food). The second problem ...

You may have come across axolotls – those smiling amphibians with pink, plume-like gills – in pet stores, as plush toys, or even featured in video games. Yet, their growing presence in popular culture ...

Axolotls will eat live food but can easily become conditioned to eating more convenient pellet food. It is easy to entice them with strong-smelling, soft pellets that sink to the bottom of the tank.

They have small, tender, undeveloped teeth, so they eat by sucking their food. Axolotls even suck up some gravel, which helps grind their food. Their mouths may stay open for a few moments after ...

Axolotls eat worms, insects, and small fish. They can even eat while floating. Photo Credit: Flickr Their numbers in the wild are shrinking. Conservation efforts are in place to save them. Photo ...