Ancient Animals Alive Today Quiz

Which ancient fish was believed to be extinct until it was found again in 1938?

• Protoloph

• Coelacanth

• Alligator Gar

• Tuatara

What unique feature does the Tuatara possess that distinguishes it from lizards?

• It has a third eye

• It changes color

• It can fly

• It can live underwater

What allows the Alligator Gar to survive both in water and on land?

• Its sharp teeth

• Its elongated body

• Its vascular swim bladder

• Its armored scales

To which group does the Protoloph belong, making it related to corals and jellyfish?

• Mammals

• Amphibians

• Hydroids

• Reptiles

What was the Alligator Gar's tough scales historically used for by Native Americans?

• Making jewelry

• Building houses

• Crafting arrowheads and shields

• Creating musical instruments