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Fish FAQ - Why are they called parrotfishes?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/why-are-they-called-parrotfishes/

The name 'parrotfish' refers to the fused teeth which resemble a parrot-like beak.

Published 02 May 2011

Ichthyology Parrotfish Labridae
Why are the eyes of larval Black Dragonfish on stalks?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/eyes-of-larval-black-dragonfish/

Larval Black Dragonfish are long, slender and transparent, with eyes on long stalks that can be up to half the length of the body.

Published 11 July 2012

Ichthyology Stomiidae Larval fishes
Fish FAQ - What is the second smallest species of fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fish-faq-what-is-the-second-smallest-species-of-fish/

In July 2004, the Dwarf Goby was usurped as the smallest fish by the Stout Floater.

Published 26 March 2020

Ichthyology Gobiidae FAQ fish
Why do mullet leap?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/why-do-mullet-leap/

Mullet are commonly seen leaping out of the water. Why do they do this?

Published 05 May 2011

Ichthyology FAQ Mugilidae fish
What is the longest bony fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/what-is-the-longest-bony-fish/

The Oarfish is reported to be the longest bony fish. It has a ribbon-like body that has been reliably documented to grow to 8m in length, however specimens up to 17m in length have been reported.

Published 26 July 2011

Ichthyology oarfish Regalecidae fish
What is the smallest fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fwhat-is-the-smallest-fish/

What is the definition of "smallest"? This seemingly simple question is behind a friendly rivalry that has developed between three groups of scientists.

Published 15 August 2011

Ichthyology FAQ fish
What is the biggest fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/what-is-the-biggest-fish/

The Whale Shark, Rhincodon typus, is the largest of all fishes. Whale Sharks between 4 m to 12 m in length are most often seen, but the species can possibly reach a length of 18 m.

Published 16 September 2011

Ichthyology whale shark fish
Fish chromatophores
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fish-chromatophores/

Chromatophores are pigment containing cells found in many animals. In fishes they occur in the scales and the dermal layer of the skin .

Published 27 February 2014

colour FAQ chromatophores fish Ichthyology
Can Fishes Hear?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/can-fishes-hear/

Yes, fishes can hear, but hearing abilities vary among species.

Published 30 July 2014

Ichthyology sense hearing fish
Fish FAQ - Do fishes have tongues?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/do-fishes-have-tongues/

Most fishes do have a 'tongue'.

Published 30 October 2015

Ichthyology biology fish

Jurassic World by Brickman

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