Lake Xochimilco in Mexico City is the only place where axolotls live in the wild, and they face growing threats.

Axolotls are an incredible species, well known for their stylish looks, pretty pink coloring, and ability to regenerate.

Some of Earth’s rarest animals are so elusive they feel more like folklore than flesh and bone. We often think of endangered ...

Biologists have long been fascinated by the ability of salamanders to regrow entire limbs. Now Harvard researchers have ...

Wondering if exotic pets are right for you? WWF’s new guide helps you make informed choices about keeping wild animals.

The hunt for wild axolotls gets dangerous fast when the search leads straight into alligator territory. Every trap drop feels like a gamble as we wade through murky, predator-filled water. What we ...

Imagine this: you accidentally lose an arm or a leg, and instead of rushing to the hospital, your body just grows it back.

Lots of 6-year-olds are fans of axolotls, the pink salamanders native to Mexico that have surged in popularity in connection with the “Minecraft” video game. But Marianne Cullen of Springfield is ...