The only aquatic creature cuter than a sea turtle is an axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum). These adorable amphibians have feathery gills and a flattened head — they are just so squishy and cute! Axolotls ...

There are many reasons for this, including the risk of axolotls escaping captivity and posing an environmental threat, outcompeting struggling native salamander species, and other concerns. 10.

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Environmentalists keep tabs on Barton Springs salamander populations as Edwards Aquifer levels continue to drop amidst drought.

These Squishmallows are pocket-sized and come with Happy Meal orders of your choice, one squishy friend per Happy Meal. Rin Velasco is a trending reporter. She can be reached at [email protected].

Happy Meals just got a little happier. McDonald's is putting SquishMallows back in their Happy Meals for a limited time and at Rhode Island McDonalds. Happy Meals will include one of 12 different toys ...

plush toys known for their squishy and huggable design, often featuring a variety of characters and animals. Meals will include one of a dozen different toys including a new character named Halley, a ...

Squishmallows are a brand of soft, plush toys known for their squishy and huggable design, often featuring a variety of characters and animals. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.