Mudskippers are amphibious fish. They are known for their unusual appearance and ability to survive both in and outside the water. They can grow up to 30 inches (12 inches) long and most have a brown-green color that ranges from dark to light. During mating, the males will also develop brightly colored spots to attract females.

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The spots can be red, green, and even blue. The eyes of a mud jumper stick out of the tops of his flat head. However, the most notable feature is their pectoral fins on the side, which are placed more forward and below their elongated bodies. These fins work the same way as legs because they allow the mudskipper to move from place to place. Although they have the typical appearance of any other fish, these forward fins let the mud skipper “jump” over muddy surfaces and even give them the opportunity to climb trees and low branches. Due to these fins, it has also been found that mudskippers can jump distances of up to two feet.

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