Axolotls are a type of amphibian – but with a difference. They have been described as the Peter Pan of amphibians because ...

Axolotls — named for the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl — are native to the lakes of Mexico's capital. But their colorful, whimsical looks have won them admirers the world over.

For axolotls, it may take only a couple of days to regrow their tiny hands, but in a fully grown human, that process could take years, McCusker said. “It’s important that we continue to do ...