Axolotl Expert

Axolotl Color Morphs Directory

From the natural Wild Type to the glowing GFP, discover the incredible genetic variations of Ambystoma mexicanum.

Wild Type Axolotl

Wild Type

The natural coloration of axolotls found in the wild. They are typically a dark mottled brown or green with shiny gold speckles (iridophores) and dark eyes.

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Leucistic Axolotl

Leucistic

Often mistaken for albino, leucistic axolotls are pale pink or white with dark eyes. They have a genetic mutation that prevents pigment cells from migrating across their body during development.

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Melanoid Axolotl

Melanoid

Melanoid axolotls are completely black or very dark brown. They lack shiny iridophores entirely, giving them a matte appearance.

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Golden Albino Axolotl

Golden Albino

These axolotls lack dark pigments (melanin) but retain yellow and shiny pigments, resulting in a bright golden color with clear or pink eyes.

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Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) Axolotl

Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP)

GFP axolotls have been genetically modified to include a protein from jellyfish, causing them to glow bright green under UV or blacklight. This trait can be passed down to offspring.

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