'Adopt an axolotl' campaign launches in Mexico to save iconic species from pollution and trout

'Adopt an axolotl' campaign launches in Mexico to save iconic species from pollution and trout

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https://apnews.com/article/axolotl-conservation-mexico-money-fundraiser-4f004dd6c1ae9170ec4795860c71b270

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Ecologists from Mexico's National Autonomous university on Friday relaunched a fundraising campaign to bolster conservation efforts for axolotls, an iconic, endangered fish-like type of salamander.

The campaign, called "Adoptaxolotl,” asks people for as little as 600 pesos (about $35) to virtually adopt one of the tiny “water monsters.” Virtual adoption comes with live updates on your axolotl’s health. For less, donors can buy one of the creatures a virtual dinner.