The Amazing Mudskipper Meet the mudskipper, the fish that defies the rules! This unique creature is truly amphibious. It uses powerful pectoral fins to "walk" and scoot across mudflats, and it can breathe on land by absorbing oxygen through its moist skin. With quirky, independently moving eyes and a flair for dramatic territorial fights, the mudskipper is a fascinating example of extreme animal adaptation.

The Common Mudskipper (Periophthalmus kalolo) is a remarkable amphibious fish from the Indo-Pacific, uniquely adapted to life both in and out of the water . It spends much time on mudflats and mangrove roots, using its strong pectoral fins to "walk" or "skip." Its large, bulging eyes provide clear vision in the air. To breathe on land, it absorbs oxygen through its moist skin and mouth lining. This fascinating creature feeds on small crustaceans and insects.