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10-Year-Old Finds UK’s First Wild Axolotl — Rescue Ongoing

4/24/2026

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On 10 April 2026, 10-year-old Evie Hill found a Mexican axolotl in the River Ogmore, Wales, the UK’s first wild sighting of the species.
The animal, named Dippy, was rescued despite the 1981 illegal-release law.
Chris Newman of the National Centre for Reptile Welfare said it was released by an owner, violating 1981 law.
The family cut their holiday short, set up a tank in Leicester and reported Dippy is recovering well.

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On 10 April 2026, 10-year-old Evie Hill found a Mexican axolotl in the River Ogmore, Wales, the UK’s first wild sighting of the species.
The animal, named Dippy, was rescued despite the 1981 illegal-release law.
Chris Newman of the National Centre for Reptile Welfare said it was released by an owner, violating 1981 law.
The family cut their holiday short, set up a tank in Leicester and reported Dippy is recovering well.