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 ...

Welcome to our article about the Axolotl. The world is home to a plethora of exciting species. Many have characteristics that appear almost incomprehensible to humans. One such exciting critter is the ...

Axolotl tail or limb injury activates a specific group of telencephalon neurons in the brain, increasing Erk and neurotensin signaling, both essential for effective regeneration. Blocking these ...

Meanwhile, axolotl populations in the wild are estimated to have dropped by more than 80% in less than two decades. The species has been classed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List since ...

Fans of the iconic axolotl could see the critically endangered species stage a comeback in its native Mexico City, as researchers announced their findings that captive-bred axolotls can survive in ...

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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 ...

axolotls are critically endangered. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, these aquatic monsters—a national symbol that features on Mexico’s 50 peso bills, and which were once ...

Fish emerge from their hiding places among the reeds and head straight into the net. When he pulls up the catch, his net reveals a tilapia and a couple of juvenile carp — not what he is looking for, ...

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. “It’s an ...