MexicoThe Axolotl is one of the world’s most critically endangered carnivore amphibians. Found in Mexico, it inhabits lakes, canals habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Axolotl | Carnivore Amphibians Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 300 g | 300 g | — 0% |
| Height | 30 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 0.3 km/h | 0.5 km/h | ↓ 52% |
| Avg Speed | 0.8 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Axolotl inhabits lakes, canals habitats. It can be found in Mexico.
Typical coloring: Various.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Axolotl is a solitary species belonging to the Ambystomatidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Axolotl is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 3 carnivore amphibians, the Axolotl’s weight of Up to 300 g is comparable to the group median of 300 g.
Weight rank: #19 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Axolotl weigh?
A Axolotl typically weighs Up to 300 g, which is near the global average compared to the median of 300 g among carnivore amphibians.
What is the conservation status of the Axolotl?
The Axolotl is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Axolotl live?
The Axolotl is found in Mexico, in lakes, canals habitats.
How does the Axolotl reproduce?
The Axolotl has a gestation period of 14–21 days and typically produces 100-300 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026