Where Does Mudskipper Live?

Mudskipper lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Mudskipper

Water type

brackish

Depth

Intertidal zone, typically shallow waters and exposed mudflats.

Environment

Mangrove forests, tidal mudflats, estuaries, and coastal swamps in tropical and subtropical regions. They prefer soft, muddy substrates where they can dig burrows.

Geographic range

Indo-Pacific region, ranging from East Africa and Madagascar, across Southeast Asia, to Australia and some Pacific islands.

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