fbpx Skip to main content

Axolotl Facts

Wild Locality

Mexico (only found in the Xochimilco River Canal in Mexico City)

Lifestyle

Strictly Aquatic (under water)

Diet

Worms, Insect Larva, Insects, Other Amphibians, & Fish (carnivore)

Habitat

Cool Freshwater Wetlands

Adult Size

~ 8-14” & 150-230g

Activity

Cathemeral (active in the day & night)

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered & Decreasing

Life Expectancy

~ 15-25 years in the care of humans (less in the wild)

Threats

Pollution, Habitat Loss, Invasive Species, & Climate Change

FUN FACTS

Axolotls are incredible amphibians who, instead of morphing into their final adult form as most other amphibians do, remain in a state of never growing up! They remain fully aquatic and spend their entire lives underwater, breathing with beautiful, feather-like external gills. Axolotls are amazing for so many reasons, especially for their ability to regenerate any & all body parts if needed, & have been shown to regrow their limbs, tails, gills, & internal organs (even their brains!!) 

wild

Watch Our Livestream

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 PM CST

HOW WE CARE FOR OUR ANIMALS

The most important members of the Once in a Wild team are ofcourse our animals! These creatures serve as amazing ambassadors for their species. All of our animals are professionally trained, handled, taken care of, and endlessly loved by our wonderful staff. If you would like to learn more about our animals and the care they receive, please follow the links below: