An axolotl (ax-a-lot-l) is a creature with big frilly gills like a lion’s mane, tiny eyes with no eyelids and a mouth in the shape of a smile. They come in lots of colors: pink, black, golden or gray.

How axolotl cells 'remember' their position to regenerate lost limbs Upon injury, axolotl cells switch on a signal that is broadcast across one side of the limb, instructing cells to regenerate ...

Axolotls are an incredible species, well known for their stylish looks, pretty pink coloring, and ability to regenerate. Unfortunately, these remarkable creatures are critically endangered. Scientists ...

Axolotl cells can remember where they belong in the body, and under the right conditions, this positional memory can be rewritten. Imagine losing an arm in an accident, only to grow it back exactly as ...

Axolotls are endangered amphibians that can regrow their body parts. While some people have them as pets, they are found in two lakes in Mexico. Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images Axolotls may look a ...