They introduced an axolotl in 2021 and were quick to roll out a capybara — the world’s largest rodent — this year. “The capybara was one you could see coming,” John says. “It was ...

LOUIS — The world’s largest rodent is having a big moment ... Last year, it was the axolotl that took pride of place on many products, and the endangered amphibian remains popular.

This collection of axolotl salamanders has become the largest self-sustaining population in the world. The AGSC staff maintains an average breeding population of 1,000–1,200 adults, as well as a ...