Move aside, moose — a new study has found the most distinct animals in Canada

When we think of Canadian animals, the moose or beaver probably come to mind first — but according to a new study, the most distinct animals in Canada are creatures like the spiny softshell turtle and the mudpuppy, which both embody more than 150 million years of evolution.

Move aside, moose — a new study has found the most distinct animals in Canada
Two turtles sit facing each other. They look small and have little pointed, curved snouts.

When we think of Canadian animals, the moose or beaver probably come to mind first — but according to a new study, the most distinct animals in Canada are creatures like the spiny softshell turtle and the mudpuppy, which both embody more than 150 million years of evolution.