Axol the Axolotl

Axol the axolotl is a character designed in the image of the rare Mexican salamander. These endangered creatures live their whole life under water, have impressive regenerative abilities, and a lovable quirkiness that makes them way too adorable.

Scientific Name

Ambystoma Mexicanum

Habitat

Freshwater Rivers & Lakes

Classification

Amphibian

Current Population

~1500

Weight

200g

Length

15-27cm

Status:

Ranges from Vulnerable to Critically Endangered

In the past 20 years, the population of axolotls in the wild has decreased a lot. There are only 700 to 1,500 left! The main threat is loss of habitat due to urbanization.

A pale pink axolotl fish swimming above bright green aquarium grass in a tank.

Axolotls have a unique capability to regenerate (re-create) different parts of their body in the case they are lost or damaged. Axolotls can regenerate missing limbs, kidney, heart, lungs, and even their spine!