A study of African cichlids has found that fat-lipped species also tend to have thin, pointed snouts, which make them look even poutier. This particular arrangement of facial features enables fish to extract prey from crevices more easily.<\/p>\n

The pointed snout can be inserted into nooks and crannies, while the fleshy lips create a seal with the rock, which enables the fish to suck the prey out.<\/p>\n

Can fish drown?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
Can fish see in colour?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
Can fish walk?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
How long can a fish live out of water?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>
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