The axolotl is a type of salamander. It has a long tail, flat head, and four lizard-like limbs, which it uses to move around the lake floor. But unlike other salamanders, axolotls are neotenic, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. This frilly-gilled amphibian never leaves its tadpole stage ...

Yo, let’s talk about the axolotl, the coolest little water monster you’ve ever laid eyes on. This funky creature, with its perma-smile and frilly gills, is straight-up stealing hearts as the ultimate ...

Salamanders are amphibians that are best known for their lizard-like appearance Today we got to meet a couple of them and learn a few interesting facts about these interesting creatures, including the ...

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. ...

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 ...

Axolotls, with their signature smiles and pink gills, are the celebrities of the salamander world. But they are more than just cute: They might also hold the secret to regenerating human limbs. Among ...

The smog and noise of Mexico City feel a world away as flotillas of trajineras, brightly decorated wooden gondolas, glide up and down the cool canals of Xochimilco. The quiet network of waterways, on ...

Axolotl Portal goes live today, bringing much needed clarity to axolotl care through a free online resource built by ...