• From ancient sea creatures to resilient land animals, some species have survived for hundreds of millions of years, offering a glimpse into the distant past.
• Species like the Dendrogramma, Coelacanth, and Emperor Scorpion have remained largely unchanged, providing insights into the history of life on Earth.
• These living fossils include jellyfish, horseshoe crabs, and sea lampreys, each with unique characteristics and evolutionary significance.
• The oldest surviving mammal species, the Echidna, resembles a mix between a porcupine and a hedgehog and dates back at least 110 million years.