Saving Slovenia’s “Human Fish”Article 12.15.2020Scientists in this Central European country are leading the charge to understand and protect a charismatic, cave-dwelling salamander—and the subterranean habitats that supply much of the region’s drinking water.
Mexico City and its Sacred SalamandersVideo 12.10.2019Important symbols of both Mexican culture and ecosystem health, axolotls are on the brink of extinction in the wild, but a return to ancient practices offers hope for their future.
A Fragile BalanceArticle 01.24.2017An endangered Texas salamander hangs on thanks to a grab bag of protective laws. But will rampant development and a Trump administration spell its doom?
The DevourerArticle 07.26.2016A new and deadly fungus could wreak havoc on America’s salamanders if—or when—it arrives on U.S. shores.
Hell-bent on SurvivalArticle 04.26.2016Despite growing environmental threats, North America’s largest—and weirdest—salamander fights on.
