Amphibians make great pets for a variety of reasons. They are relatively easy and inexpensive to keep, they require low maintenance, they can live long, they provide many educational opportunities for children to learn, they make great display animals, and they provide a cool factor, unlike any other pets. If you’re thinking of getting yourself an amphibian for a pet, here are a few fun facts about five of the most popular amphibians you might want to check out first. Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) Photo by Artem Lysenko Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum) Photo by Petr Kratochvil Pixie Frogs (Pyxicephalus) Photo by:…