Virtual Classroom Axolotl
Let’s Learn About the Axolotl!
Introduction to Axolotls | Axolotl at Your Library |
Scientific Look at the Axolotl
| Scientific Classification | Conservation Status | Original Habitat |
| Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Amphibia Order: Urodela Family: Ambystomatidae Species: A. mexicanum | Critically endangered in their natural habitat due to urbanization in Mexico City, water pollution, and introduction of tilapia and perch. | Lake Xochimilco |
| Also Known As: The Mexican Walking Fish | Axolotls are used extensively in scientific research because of their ability to regenerate their limbs. | Few are seen in their natural habitat. Thousands are in captivity. |
Additional Information and Companion Videos
Introducing Sir Lancealotl
| Axolotls: Masters of Regeneration | Axolotl Care Guide: Housing, Feeding & Tank Mates |
| How to Pick Up Your Axolotl | Introducing Sir Lancealotl |
- Library Resources to Checkout
- Lesson Plans for Various Ages
- Pronunciation of Axolotl
- How to Draw an Axolotl
- Test Your Knowledge
| Book Cover | Title & Authors | Book Cover | Title & Authors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unusual Creatures: A Mostly Accurate Account of Some of the Earth’s Strangest Animals by Michael Hearst; illustrations by Arjen Noordeman, Christie Wright, and Jelmer Noordeman Call Number: J 590 HEA | Animals Up Close: Zoom in on the World’s Most Incredible Creatures by: Igor Siwanowicz Call Number: J 590 SIW | ||
| Amazing Reptiles and Amphibians by Brian Williams Call Number: J 597.9 WIL | Axolotls by: Karen Latchana Kenney Hoopla eBook (Streaming Content) | ||
by: William Stafford Hoopla eBook (Streaming Content) |