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Mudskipper

Periophthalmus barbarus

Photo by Benno Ibold
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Intertidal zone on the beach of Bako NP, Sarawak, Borneo

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LisaPowers
Project Noah Fact of the Day: Mudskippers are a specialized type of amphibious fish that are able to survive in and out of the water and are uniquely adapted to inter-tidal zones. Their odd look and unique behaviors make them interesting to observe in the wild. Mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarus) spotted in Kuching, Malaysia by PN user Benno Ibold. https://www.facebook.com/projectnoah/photos/a.10150595289465603.674700.10150120463815603/10156796145080603/?type=3&theater
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PublishedJuly 25, 2013

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