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Mudskipper
Periophthalmus barbarus
Mudskippers are unique amphibious fish known for their ability to live both in water and on land. They are highly adapted to intertidal habitats, using their pectoral fins to 'walk' across mudflats and mangrove swamps. Mudskippers breathe through their skin and the lining of the…
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- Mudskippers can absorb oxygen directly through their moist skin and the lining of their mouth, allowing them to survive out of water for hours at a time.
- Mudskippers can leap up to two feet in the air using their tails. They are among the few fish capable of blinking, thanks to their unique eyelid structure. Some species of mudskipper build intricate burrows in the mud to stay moist and avoid predators.
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