Across the natural world, animals are celebrated for their beauty, strength, or importance in maintaining ecosystems. But there are some species that people frequently label as “useless” because their contributions seem trivial or nonexistent.
Yet nature rarely produces organisms without purpose. Even the most misunderstood species can play subtle roles in shaping entire environments or sustaining other forms of life. Some animals may seem 'worthless,' but they may just have a few redeeming qualities.
Intrigued? Click on to see which creatures are considered useless and why they actually aren’t.