Unusual Animals Whose Names Start With Y
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From the mystical yeti crab to the elusive Yellow-eyed Penguin, the animal kingdom is full of unique and rare species
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These creatures are known for their unusual appearance and fascinating characteristics
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Here is a list of some unique animals whose names start with Y
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The yeti crab has a hairy appearance, lives in extreme environments, and has no eyes. They are found on the hydrothermal vents in the waters around Antarctica
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The yarara is a venomous pit viper native to South America. It has a broad triangular head and is usually about 4 to 7 feet long
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The yabby is a freshwater crustacean that's hardy, and has become invasive in some areas. It can survive dry conditions for many years by lying dormant in burrows sunk deep into muddy creek and swamp beds
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The yapok is the only aquatic marsupial. It is also known as the water opossum. They have waterproof coats, pouches, and webbed hind feet
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The yellow-eyed penguin is one of the rarest in the world. It is shy, and is endemic to New Zealand, where it's also known as the hoiho
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