10 Most Unique Animals in the World

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 04, 2024

Pangolin

Known for their unique scales made of keratin, pangolins are mammals that can roll into a ball as a defense mechanism against predators.

Okapi

Often called the "African Unicorn," the okapi is a herbivorous mammal native to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Komodo Dragon

The largest living species of lizard, found in the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang.

Narwhal

Often referred to as the "unicorn of the sea," the narwhal is known for the long, spiral tusk protruding from its head, which is actually an elongated upper left canine.

Axolotl

It can regenerate lost body parts and has a feathery appearance due to its external gills.

Platypus

Native to Australia, the platypus is a mammal that lays eggs, has a bill like a duck, webbed feet, and a beaver-like tail. It's one of the only mammals known to produce venom.

Aye-aye

A nocturnal lemur found in Madagascar, the aye-aye is known for its unusual method of finding food, called percussive foraging, and its long, thin middle finger used to extract insects from trees.

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