17. Hidden Desman
In Catalonia’s Alpyrene National Park, an unusual creature known as Desmond thrives in secrecy. This small, rat-mole-platypus hybrid dwells on the ground, remaining undetected until it is captured. Desmond’s trunklike nose allows it to forage for insects and fish, both on land and in water. Its swift movements and nocturnal habits make it a challenging creature to study, with researchers resorting to unconventional methods such as hunting for its scat to gather valuable genetic information.
