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Mudskipper (Noun)

Meaning

Found in tropical coastal regions of Africa and Asia; able to move on land on strong pectoral fins.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Mudskippers are amphibious fish that thrive in the tropical coastal regions of Africa and Asia.
  • A mudskipper was spotted moving across the wet sand using its strong pectoral fins to support its body.
  • In some Asian coastal villages, locals often catch mudskippers as a delicacy and consider them a tasty snack.
  • These unusual fish, including the mudskipper, have evolved remarkable adaptations that allow them to survive in both water and on land.
  • Researchers are fascinated by the mudskipper's ability to move around on land, a rare skill among fish species.

Synonyms

  • Mudspringer

Hypernyms

  • Gudgeon
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