Topic
Fish Anatomy
2 questions tagged Fish Anatomy — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
why
Why do moray eels have two sets of jaws?
Moray eels use a second set of pharyngeal jaws to pull prey deeper into the throat after the main jaws grab it. This helps them swallow slippery fish and crustaceans.
AnimalsFish Anatomy
why
Why do boxfish have such a rigid, box-like body?
Their bony armor protects them from predators, but it also limits flexibility. The shape makes them awkward swimmers, so they rely on precise fin movements instead.
AnimalsFish anatomy