Ten-year-old girl discovers rare axolotl in Welsh river

24 Apr 2026 · Originally published 24 Apr 2026 8/10 Original headline: Girl, 10, finds UK's first ever endangered axolotl in Welsh river

While on holiday in Bridgend, young nature lover Evie spotted a critically endangered Mexican axolotl resting under a bridge in the River Ogmore. Experts believe this is the first time the exotic amphibian has ever been found in the wild in the UK, and the creature has now found a safe new home with Evie's family.

Source: WalesOnline Bridgend

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