do mexican salamanders also called ambystoma mexicanum

Yes, the Mexican salamander is commonly referred to by its scientific name, Ambystoma mexicanum. This species is unique among axolotls, which are a type of neotenic salamander that belongs to the tiger salamander family (Ambystomatidae).

The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is particularly famous for its ability to retain its larval features as an adult, including gills, which allows it to continue living in water. It's known for its distinctive appearance, featuring a wide head, external gills, and a stout body with feathery gill filaments.

Axolotls are native to a limited area in the Xochimilco lakes and canals in Mexico City, but they are critically endangered in the wild due to habitat loss and pollution. However, they have been extensively studied by scientists because of their remarkable regenerative capabilities and are often used as model organisms in research.