The axolotl is sometimes known as the Mexican walking fish, water dog or even water dragon. They’re a breed of water-bound salamanders that are nearly extinct. $2 for 6 months SUBSCRIBE NOW ...

Current fascination toward this dragon-like animal and its sacred status in pre-Hispanic times is hardly a coincidence. ... “Axolotl is the twin of maize, agave and water,” Montero said.

Axolotl: This alien-looking salamander featuring frilly external gills and a permanent "smile," resembles a tiny water dragon or a Pokémon. Found in lakes near Mexico City, Axolotl boasts ...

MEXICO CITY — Legend has it the axolotl was not always an amphibian. ... dragon-like amphibian can be spotted in murals, ... “Axolotl is the twin of maize, agave and water,” Montero said.

Dubbed the "water monster" by the Aztecs, the axolotl salamander is battling extinction in the remnants of Mexico City's ancient lake, alarming scientists hoping mankind learns from its ability to ...

The axolotl is known as the "water monster" and the "Mexican walking fish," and its only natural habitat is Lake Xochimilco (zo-chee-MILL-co), which is suffering from pollution and urban sprawl.