Published On Apr 22, 2024
Discover the extraordinary mudskippers, known for their ability to move around on land using their robust fins and muscular tails. ππΆββοΈπ
These fish inhabit coastal regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, where they navigate tidal mudflats and mangroves with ease. With specialized gills that extract oxygen from the air and moist skin facilitating gas exchange, mudskippers thrive in the dynamic intertidal zones.
Join us as we explore the world of rockskipper fish, also known as blennies, which cling to rocky intertidal zones along coastlines. These small but resilient fish exhibit unique respiratory adaptations, absorbing oxygen through their skin and mucous membranes. With modified swim bladders that serve as supplementary air-breathing structures, rockskippers defy the limitations of underwater life, demonstrating their incredible resilience in challenging environments. π πΏ
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00:00 Intro
0:33 Mudskippers
2:20 Catfish
3:41 Rockskipper Fish
5:50 Climbing Perch
7:40 Snakehead Fish