Meet the Mudskipper – The Fish That Walks on Land

1. Mudskippers: Mudskippers are fish that spend most of their time out of water, navigating muddy shores. (Image: Canva)

2. Unique Adaptations: They have strong pectoral fins that act like legs, allowing them to crawl across mudflats. (Image: Canva)

3. Breathing on Land: Mudskippers breathe through their skin and lining of the mouth and throat when out of water. (Image: Canva)

4. Mudskipper Behaviour: They are territorial, performing push-ups and fin displays to warn rivals and attract mates. (Image: Canva)

5. Vision above water: Their protruding eyes give them excellent vision above water, spotting predators and prey efficiently. (Image: Canva)

6. Feeding Habits: Mudskippers eat algae, small insects and crustaceans. They scavenge both in mud and shallow water. (Image: Canva)

7. Fascination and Wonder: This walking fish showcase nature’s creativity, bridging the gap between aquatic and terrestrial worlds. (Image: Canva)

8. Climbing Skills: Some mudskippers can climb mangrove roots and rocks using their strong fins for grip. (Image: Canva)

9. Reproduction and Nesting: Males dig burrows in mud where females lay eggs. These burrows also retain water for survival. (Image: Canva)

10. Surviving the Tides: Mudskippers can survive extreme tidal changes, moving between water and land as tides rise and fall. (Image: Canva)