Fish

The average flying fish is usually silver or grey in color, which helps to blend in with the water when it is swimming. This coloration provides camouflage and protection from predators while the fish is in the water.

Denticles are small tooth-like structures found on the skin of cartilaginous fish like sharks and rays. They differ from the bony fish's scales, which are hard, flat plates covering their bodies. Denticles help reduce drag in water and provide protection, while scales are more rigid and serve as a form of armor for bony fish.

A unicorn fish, also known as a unicornfish, is a marine fish characterized by a prominent horn-like projection on their forehead. They are typically found in tropical waters and are known for their vibrant colors and distinctive appearance. Unicorn fish are omnivorous and play an important role in marine ecosystems.

is known as schooling behavior and has several benefits for the fish, such as increasing their chances of finding food, protection from predators, and reproductive success. Swimming together in a group also helps fish to navigate and communicate with each other more effectively.

Most fish use external reproduction, where eggs released by the female are fertilized by the male outside of their bodies. The fertilized eggs develop into larvae and eventually hatch as juvenile fish. Internal reproduction, where fertilization occurs inside the female's body, is rare among fish species.

Fling fish, also known as flying fish, prefer warm tropical oceans near the surface. They are found worldwide in all major oceans, particularly in areas with strong currents and upwelling. These fish typically inhabit waters that are rich in plankton for feeding and tend to reside near coral reefs or floating seaweed.

Puffer fish seek shelter in crevices, caves, or among rocks and coral to hide from predators and rest. They also use their ability to inflate their bodies with water or air as a defense mechanism to deter attacks. Additionally, some puffer fish species may create burrows in the substrate for protection.

Grunion fish primarily feed on small crustaceans, such as amphipods and copepods, as well as marine worms and small mollusks. They have a specialized diet that includes planktonic organisms and small invertebrates found in the sandy intertidal zone where they spawn.

In the book "One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish" by Dr. Seuss, Mr. Gump has seven humps on his Wump.

Red salmon, also known as sockeye salmon, can be found in the North Pacific Ocean and its tributary rivers and streams in North America and Asia. They are common in regions like Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and Russia. They are known for their vibrant red flesh and delicious flavor.

The burr puffer is a species of fish that primarily feeds on small invertebrates, shrimp, and other small marine organisms found in its natural habitat. They may also consume algae and plant matter as part of their diet.

Stonefish are ambush predators and typically eat small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates. They do not need to eat very frequently and may only feed a few times a week depending on the availability of food in their environment.

Water is important to fish because it provides oxygen for their respiration, helps regulate their body temperature, and serves as a medium for waste removal and nutrient absorption. Water also supports their buoyancy and allows them to move and hunt for food.

Yes, Arctic fish have antifreeze proteins in their blood that allow them to survive in extremely cold temperatures by lowering the freezing point of their body fluids. These proteins prevent ice crystals from forming and damaging the fish's cells, enabling them to thrive in icy waters.

Firstly remember that FISH HAVE SCALES!!!I don't think it would be a fish if it had fur or skin. Blow fish have scales, but also have many spikes across their body. These spikes are a form of defence, other fish are not so keen to eat something that would scratch on their throat and mouths!!! Hope this helps.

Once fisherman catch the fish, it will then be cleaned and ready to sell by the other crew members. After it is polished, it then will be shipped or trained to it's final destination. They ship it off to markets around the world.

Fish are able to stay afloat due to their swim bladders, which are gas-filled organs that help regulate their buoyancy. By adjusting the amount of gas in their swim bladders, fish can control their position in the water column. The overall shape and composition of a fish's body also contribute to their ability to stay afloat and move through the water efficiently.

Bony fish have a swim bladder that helps them regulate their buoyancy and control their depth in the water. By adjusting the amount of air in the swim bladder, bony fish can increase or decrease their buoyancy, allowing them to float or sink as needed.

There are 34 different subspecies of the Seahorse, that are listed on the IUCN Red List. They show a status from "endangered" with the population decreasing, to "data deficient" with the population unknown. Also, they have protection through the CITES, and their trade rules. The import, and export of seahorses has been under CITES control since May of 2004. While, Norway, Japan, South Korea, and Indonesia, all rejected the trade rules set by CITES for the trade, and commerce of Seahorses. So to say, that all Seahorses are listed with a status "endangered" would be misleading, there are just too many subspecies, at different levels of "danger" to make such a general statement. But, it's fair to say, that the species as a whole, is in danger, and may need help to face an uncertain future. To check on a specific subspecies, or for more details, see the sites listed below.

Not completely, they can look up down, left and right, but because of the position of the eyes, they physically cannot see straight ahead at short distances.

I'll give you an example, I have fish in fish tank that will come to the front of the tank and tilt at an angle, one way or another to check me out with one eye.

There are exemptions to the rule, such as a fish will eyes more towards the front of their heads. Naturally, a flounder can only look up at an aerial view one one side of it's body.

The Grouper is a type of fish that shares a name with a deep voice. This large predatory fish is known for its deep, bass-like vocalizations that sound like a "grunting" noise, hence the name association.

The sailfish is often considered the fastest underwater fish, capable of reaching speeds up to 68 miles per hour (110 kilometers per hour).

No, fish do not necessarily need plants to survive. However, plants can provide fish with hiding spots, oxygen, and natural filtration in their environment, which can contribute to their overall well-being.

The three classes of fish are (scientific name/common name):

Agnatha/Jawless or No Jaw

Chondrichthyes (chon-dri-ik-thees)/Cartilaginous (cart-e-la-ga-nis)

Osteichthyes (os-t-ik-thees)/Bony

Pronunciation in parenthesis