Animals That Can Walk And Swim

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Platypus

The enigmatic platypus, native to Australia, is a marvel with its ability to both walk on land and swim in water.

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Sea Otter

A master of the sea, the sea otter spends its time floating on water, while on land, it moves with agility. Its webbed feet make it a proficient swimmer, and on land, it's a playful traveler.

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Penguins

These charming birds are iconic for their underwater agility. While they may waddle on land, their powerful flippers assist them in swift swimming, showcasing grace and speed.

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Crocodiles

With a stealthy walk on land and a powerful swim in water, crocodiles are apex predators that seamlessly navigate both environments, displaying strength and adaptability.

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Iguanas

While renowned for their tree-climbing skills, some species of iguanas exhibit remarkable swimming abilities.

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Mudskippers

These peculiar fish spend time both on land and in water, using their pectoral fins to walk on mud and their gills to breathe air, showcasing a distinctive adaptation.

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Hippopotamus

Despite their hefty appearance, hippos are surprisingly agile in water, where they spend most of their time

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Newts

Known for their amphibious lifestyle, newts traverse land and water with ease. These creatures start their lives in water, later developing legs to walk on land.

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Ducks

Ducks exhibit a fascinating combination of walking on land and swimming in water. Their webbed feet are perfectly adapted for both environments, making them equally proficient in both.

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