Jan 28, 2025

10 animals with superpowers you didn’t know existed

Sonal Khandelwal

Superpowered

The animal kingdom is full of extraordinary creatures with incredible abilities that rival superheroes. Here are ten animals with superpowers you probably didn’t know about, and their astounding skills.

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Bombardier beetles

When threatened, it sprays boiling chemicals from its abdomen with incredible accuracy. This explosive defence mechanism is its secret weapon against predators.

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Electric eel

It generates powerful electric shocks up to 600 volts to stun prey and defend itself. Its body works like a biological battery, storing and releasing energy on demand.

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Horned lizard

When cornered, it shoots blood from its eyes to confuse predators. This bizarre defence mechanism is both unexpected and highly effective in deterring threats.

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Immortal jellyfish

This tiny jellyfish cheats death by reverting to its juvenile form after adulthood. It can repeat this process indefinitely, essentially making it biologically immortal.

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Mantis shrimp

This tiny marine marvel delivers punches faster than a bullet, shattering shells and even glass. Its eyes are so advanced, they can see polarised light and 12 colour channels.

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Octopus

Masters of disguise, octopuses can change colour, texture, and shape to blend into their surroundings. Their intelligence adds another level to their almost magical powers.

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Pistol shrimp

With a snap of its claw, it creates a bubble that reaches temperatures as hot as the sun's surface, stunning prey with its sonic blast.

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Platypus

Its duck-like bill is equipped with electroreceptors, allowing it to detect electrical signals from prey underwater. This power makes it a highly skilled hunter in murky waters.

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Tardigrade

Known as water bears, these microscopic creatures can survive extreme heat, cold, radiation, and even space! They endure by entering a hibernation-like state called cryptobiosis.

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Wood frog

It can survive being frozen solid during winter. Its body produces natural antifreeze, protecting vital organs until it thaws in spring and comes back to life.

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