Axolotl

• Scientific Name: Abystoma mexicanum
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Amphibia
• Order: Urodela
• Family: Abystomatidae
• Genus: Abystoma
• Species: Mexicanum

Fun Facts

• Axolotls are a unique type of salamander that retain their larval characteristics as adults, including finned tails and gills.

• They have regenerative abilities and can regrow limbs.

• Their native habitat is limited to 1 remaining lake, Xochimilco, near Mexico City, Mexico.