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• Axolotl

  The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a critically endangered species of salamander unique to the Valley of Mexico, particularly known for its fascinating ability to retain its larval features (neoteny) throughout adulthood. This means it lives its entire life in water, breathing through external gills, and never undergoing metamorphosis to a terrestrial form. Axolotls can grow up to 30 cm (12 inches) in length and have a wide variety of colors, including black, brown, white, and pink. They are carnivorous, feeding on worms, insects, and small fish. Their remarkable regenerative capabilities have made them a subject of extensive scientific study, though their wild populations are severely threatened.

  

  Habitat: The Axolotl lives in Mexico.