35. Wolffish
Scientific Name: Anarhichas lupus
Family: Anarhichadidae
Habitat: Cold marine waters of the North Atlantic
Conservation status: Near Threatened
Meet the grumpy grandpa of the sea, the Wolffish! This fish has a face that could scare a shark, with its rows of sharp teeth and frowning mouth. But hey, when you live in the cold depths of the ocean, a smile isn’t exactly a top priority.
34. Pig-Nosed Turtle
Scientific Name: Carettochelys insculpta
Family: Carettochelyidae
Habitat: Freshwater habitats in northern Australia and New Guinea
Conservation status: Vulnerable
Ever wondered what would happen if a turtle and a pig went on a blind date? Well, wonder no more! The Pig-Nosed Turtle is the lovechild of such a union. With its piggy snout and flippers, it’s got a unique look that makes it stand out from the turtle crowd. But hey, uniqueness is cool, right?
33. Giant Isopod
Scientific Name: Bathynomus giganteus
Family: Cirolanidae
Habitat: Cold, deep waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans
Conservation status: Not evaluated
Imagine a woodlouse decided to hit the gym, get swole, and become a deep-sea diver. That’s the Giant isopod for you! These enormous crustaceans are like something out of a sci-fi movie, with their alien-like exoskeletons and beady eyes. But don’t worry, they’re more interested in feasting on dead things than terrorizing the human race.
32. Yeti Crab
Scientific Name: Kiwa hirsuta
Family: Kiwaidae
Habitat: Deep-sea hydrothermal vents
Conservation status: Data Deficient
The Yeti Crab, a prime example of the ugliest animals, is like a creature straight out of a sci-fi movie! With its hairy, arm-like pincers and ghostly white coloration, this deep-sea crustacean looks like it’s been caught in a snowstorm. But those hairy appendages are actually covered in bacteria, which the Yeti Crab cultivates as a source of food. Talk about a hairy situation!
31. Meishan Pig
Breed: Meishan
Family: Suidae
Habitat: Originated in China, now found in various countries
Conservation status: Domesticated
The Meishan Pig is living proof that wrinkles can be adorable… sort of. This breed of pig is famous for its excessive folds of skin, droopy ears, and plump body. While it might not be winning any beauty contests, it sure knows how to win hearts with its friendly and docile nature.