Drumfish

/ˈdrʌmfɪʃ/ noun

Definition

A fish, especially a croaker or similar species, that makes drumming or croaking sounds underwater using specialized muscles.

Etymology

Compound: drum + fish. Called drumfish because they produce loud drumming or grunting sounds by contracting their swim bladder muscles—a form of underwater communication.

Kelly Says

Male drumfish literally 'sing' underwater by vibrating muscles against their swim bladder—some species are so loud you can hear them above water!

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