Axolotl  (Ambystoma mexicanum)

Range

The axolotl previously occupied Lakes Xochimilca and Chalco and the surrounding water channels on the southern edge of Mexico City, but has been lost from most of its range (1).

View a distribution map for this species at UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre.

Habitat

It is native to the ancient water channel system of Mexico City, preferring deep brackish water with plenty of vegetation (1).

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