Press & Media Resources

Supporting ethical axolotl rescue through transparency and education

Libertyland Axolotl Rescue is proud to collaborate with journalists, educators, and organizations working to improve the welfare of exotic species in New England. Our team is 100% volunteer‑run, and we are committed to providing accurate, evidence‑based information about axolotl care, rescue operations, and community needs.

  • A dark axolotl inside a clear tank with its external gills extended.

  • An axolotl named Cheddar resting in a tank beside mesh and aquatic plants.

  • A dark axolotl resting on sandy substrate beside a green and yellow aquatic plant.

  • A speckled axolotl with feathery gills photographed against a soft green background.

  • Screenshot of a New Bedford Today article titled New Bedford Axolotl Rescue Overwhelmed After Large Intakes.

  • An axolotl resting near mesh inside an aquarium with aquatic plants in the background.

Major Coverage

Below is a selection of recent media coverage featuring Libertyland’s rescue work, educational outreach, and community impact.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030 - April 6, 2026
“Local Animal Rescue Nurses A Batch Of Axolotls Back To Health”
WBZ NewsRadio featured Libertyland’s work with the Cheese Babes, the group of sixteen axolotls who arrived in January. The story highlights their medical needs, the rehabilitation process, and the support provided through our foster network.
> Listen now

WPRI 12 News - March 27, 2026
“New Bedford Axolotl Rescue Seeks Support After Large Intakes”
WPRI 12 News covered Libertyland’s recent intakes, including the Cheese Babes and the Flower Babies. The piece focuses on species‑specific care, rehabilitation, and the growing need for community support
> Read now

Boston.com - March 25, 2026
“New England‑Based Rescue Takes In Batch Of Neglected Axolotls”
Boston.com introduced the Cheese Babes to a regional audience and highlighted Libertyland’s role as the first and only axolotl‑exclusive 501(c)(3) rescue in the United States. The article discusses rehabilitation, education, and the foster network that supports these axolotls.
> Read now

Additional Coverage

New Bedford Today - March 28, 2026
“New Bedford Axolotl Rescue Overwhelmed After Large Intakes”
New Bedford Today reported on Libertyland’s recent intakes and the strain on resources as the rescue continues to support axolotls across New England.
> Read more

Yahoo! News - March 27, 2026
“New Bedford Axolotl Rescue Seeks Support After Large Intakes”
Yahoo! News syndicated the WPRI 12 News story, expanding national visibility for Libertyland’s work with the Cheese Babes and Flower Babies.
>Read more

Think American News - March 26, 2026
“Axolotl Rescue Takes In ‘Cheese Babes’ In Need”
Think American News highlighted the Cheese Babes and Libertyland’s rehabilitation efforts, focusing on the rescue’s mission and species‑specific care.
> Read more

MSN - March 25, 2026
“New England‑Based Rescue Takes In Batch Of Neglected Axolotls”
MSN syndicated the Boston.com feature, increasing reach and search visibility for Libertyland’s mission and recent intakes.
> Read more

About Libertyland Axolotl Rescue

Libertyland Axolotl Rescue is a volunteer‑run, foster‑based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in July 2024 and dedicated to the ethical rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of captive‑bred Ambystoma mexicanum (Mexican axolotls). Based in New England, we also support axolotl owners across the United States through shipped surrenders, legal‑state adoptions, and free evidence‑based education. We do not operate a public facility; all axolotls in our care are placed in dedicated foster homes. Libertyland is women‑founded and veteran‑supported, with a diverse leadership team that includes nonbinary representation and a commitment to inclusivity, transparency, welfare‑first practices, and accessible community support.

Press Contact

For media inquiries, interviews, or speaking requests:

Mission & Impact Snapshot

  • 100% volunteer‑run

  • Serving all of New England

  • Evidence‑based husbandry education

  • Specialized care for medically complex axolotls

  • Community outreach and speaking engagements

  • Intake support for ACOs, shelters, and pet stores

Speaking Engagements

Our team provides educational talks for:

  • Aquarium clubs

  • Schools

  • Community groups

  • Pet stores

  • Animal welfare organizations

Collaboration Statement

Libertyland Axolotl Rescue is committed to transparent, ethical, and science‑based rescue practices. We welcome collaboration with journalists, educators, and organizations working to improve exotic animal welfare.