Which neotenic Mexican salamander is famous for its ability to regenerate lost limbs and even parts of its heart?
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Axolotl
Unlike most amphibians, axolotls are neotenic, meaning they retain their larval features—like feathery external gills—throughout their entire lives. Their extraordinary regenerative powers allow them to regrow not just limbs, but also complex organs like the spinal cord and brain without scarring.