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.

From regenerative abilities that seem straight out of science fiction to their neotenic development that keeps them forever young, axolotls challenge our understanding of what’s biologically possible.

Their native populations in the rivers of Mexico have declined from approximately 5,500 animals per square kilometer to 35 animals per square kilometer. The Habitat Of Axolotls The axolotls are ...

Axolotls are native to Mexico and critically endangered in their habitat, but in scientific laboratories they're finally giving up their anti-aging, wound-healing secrets. Retinoic acid ...

Axolotl cells can remember where they belong in the body, and under the right conditions, this positional memory can be rewritten. Imagine losing an arm in an accident, only to grow it back ...

Meet the axolotl, a fascinating aquatic salamander that seems straight out of a sci-fi movie! These smiley-faced creatures can regrow almost any body part, including parts of their brain and heart.

This is a paid piece from the Sioux Falls Zoo and Aquarium. Simplified: You can now see axolotls in their new habitat at the Butterfly House and Aquarium. Here's what you need to know about these ...

However, a professional animal care setting is more suitable, as they have highly specialized care needs and habitat conditions, the zoo said in a news release. Axolotls found in pet stores are ...

With an estimated 8.75 million living species on earth, there are always going to be some weird and unusual animals you've ...