3. Placodonts And Turtles
Armored Lookalikes Placodonts, ancient marine reptiles, and modern turtles share a resemblance due to their adaptation to marine environments and the need for protection against predators. Placodonts emerged around 235 million years ago, while turtles appeared approximately 100 million years later. Both groups developed strong shells to safeguard themselves, displaying a remarkable case of convergent evolution despite their significant temporal gap.
