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axolotl

Ambystoma mexicanum

Critically Endangered

About

The Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a species in the genus Ambystoma. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 10 distinct biome types. Populations are also found.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 10 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Mexico, and Peru. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇩🇪 Germany 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇵🇪 Peru 🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Ambystoma mexicanum (axolotl)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Salamandra ajolote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of axolotl?

The scientific name of axolotl is Ambystoma mexicanum. It belongs to the genus Ambystoma.

What is the conservation status of axolotl?

axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does axolotl live?

axolotl is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Mexico, and Peru. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Mexico, Peru.

What family does axolotl belong to?

axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) belongs to the genus Ambystoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Ambystomatidae.

Is axolotl endangered?

Yes, axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does axolotl belong to?

axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of axolotl?

The closest relatives of axolotl in the genus Ambystoma include Anderson's Salamander, Barred Tiger Salamander, Blue-Spotted Salamander, Granular Salamander, Lake Lerma Salamander.