Axolotl Learning Quiz

What is the origin of the name 'Axolotl'?

• It is a modern term created by biologists.

• It is named after a famous scientist.

• It comes from the Aztec god Xolotl.

• It is derived from a Spanish word.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of axolotls?

• They are critically endangered in the wild.

• They are found in the wild across Europe.

• They can regenerate body parts.

• They have a long tail with fins.

What is unique about the axolotl's life cycle compared to other salamanders?

• They retain their larval features into adulthood.

• They undergo complete metamorphosis.

• They live entirely on land as adults.

• They do not have a larval stage.

What is the primary diet of axolotls?

• Plants and algae

• Fish, mollusks, and insects

• Small mammals

• Fruits and seeds

Where are axolotls currently found in the wild?

• In various lakes across North America

• Only in Lake Xochimilco, Mexico City

• In the Amazon rainforest

• Throughout Central America