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Ancient deity, pet and endangered species. Why is axolotl Mexico's most beloved amphibian?

The species Ambystoma Mexicanum, known as axolotl, is listed as "critically endangered" by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species since 2019.
Axolotls gained popularity after being added to Minecraft in 2021 and appearing on the 50-peso bill, initiating excitement among Mexicans.
Montero stated that fascination with axolotls might stem from their unique biological features.
Efforts to preserve axolotls are linked to preserving chinampas, highlighting the need for citizen involvement to prevent loss.

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This 'quite peculiar' species has become Mexico's most beloved amphibian

All over Mexico, the peculiar, dragon-like amphibian can be spotted in murals, crafts and socks.

2 days ago·Denver, United States

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A deity and pet: why the endangered axolotl Mexico’s most beloved amphibian?

There are no official estimates of the current axolotl population, but the species endemic of central Mexico is ‘critically endangered’.

2 days ago·Hong Kong

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Deity, pet, endangered species, and Mexico's most beloved amphibian

Legend has it the axolotl was not always an amphibian. Long before it became Mexico’s most beloved salamander and efforts to prevent its extinction flourished, it was a sneaky god.

2 days ago·United States

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KGW 8 broke the news in Portland, United States 2 days ago on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

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