Meet the jawfish — a shy little critter with a big personality and an even bigger mouth! Spotted in the sandy slopes of Dauin, Philippines. Critter Republic Dive Resort 🐟 About the Jawfish: Jawfish belong to the family Opistognathidae, and they’re known for their large mouths, burrowing behavior, and, in some species, mouthbrooding — where the male protects eggs in his mouth until they hatch. They live in burrows in sandy or rubble areas and can often be seen peeking out while staying close to
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