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I love axolotls, and when I was first thinking of getting one, I heard that they were illegal in some places, such as California. At first, I assumed it had to do with them being endangered in the wild. If that was the reason, I of course wouldn’t have gotten one. Yet, as I researched it further, I realized the reason was far from what I expected. So, why are axolotls illegal in California and other places? Here's a photo of my axolotl, Wooper Is it Illegal to Own an Axolotl?

Pet axolotls have increased in popularity because of companies like Minecraft and Squishmallows. Their cute little faces and frilly gills are undeniably adorable, which has led to axolotl merch everywhere. But is it okay that these unusual creatures are becoming popular pets? Axolotls as pets may work well for some people, but like with any pet, there’s a lot to consider before bringing one home. Keep reading to find out if an axolotl is the right pet for you. I've always lov