27 Prehistoric Animals That Are Still Alive Today

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Crocodile: An ancient reptile with a lineage dating back millions of years.

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Shark: Sharks have been around for hundreds of millions of years and still inhabit oceans worldwide.

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Tuatara: A reptile native to New Zealand, often referred to as a "living fossil" due to its ancient lineage.

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Horseshoe Crab: These marine arthropods have remained relatively unchanged for over 450 million years.

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Nautilus: A cephalopod mollusk similar to ancient ancestors that lived during the time of the dinosaurs.

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Alligator: Like crocodiles, alligators are ancient reptiles that have survived for millions of years.

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Frilled Shark: Another deep-sea shark species with a prehistoric appearance and lineage.

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Sturgeon: Fish with bony plates called scutes, similar to those found in prehistoric species.

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