This fish doesn’t just swim - it actually walks on land!
- ByDivya Adhikari
- 22 Sep, 2025
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Nature is full of mysteries, but have you ever imagined a fish that doesn’t just swim - it actually walks on land? Enter the mudskipper, a strange yet fascinating creature that has shocked scientists and nature lovers worldwide.
Unlike regular fish, the mudskipper has powerful, muscular fins which it uses almost like legs. These fins allow it to hop, crawl, and even climb over rocks, roots, and muddy surfaces. Yes, you read that right - this fish can literally climb like a lizard!
Native to the mangrove swamps and tidal flats of Africa, Asia, and Australia, mudskippers are masters of survival. They can breathe air, making them one of the rare fish that thrive both in water and on land.
With their tadpole-like bodies and bulging eyes, they may look funny or even cartoonish, but don’t be fooled — these little creatures are evolutionary champions. They have adapted perfectly to harsh coastal environments where other fish cannot survive.
So next time you think of fish as helpless outside water, remember the mudskipper - the walking, climbing, air-breathing wonder that proves nature is full of surprises!
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