Mudskippers are one of the weirdest (and coolest) animals on the planet - because they’re basically fish that walk around on land. These little amphibious fish can breathe outside of water, using a combination of their skin and special chambers in their gills that hold moisture. That means they can spend a surprising amount of time hopping around on land, exploring mudflats, climbing roots, and even “waving” at each other! Mudskippers also have powerful fins that act almost like legs, helping th

A fish that walks and skips on land, the mudskipper is a fascinating creature. It is found in mangrove swamps, tidal flats, and estuaries across the Indo-Pacific, and has adapted to thrive both in water and on land. It can “walk” on land using its pectoral fins and breathe through its skin and the lining of the mouth and throat. Mudskippers are also part of the local delicacies and traditions of coastal communities along India’s west and east coasts. In the knee to waist-deep mudflats, fisherfol