The catfish’s skull bones were more coordinated for the prey capture phase and operated more independently when moving the prey within its mouth. A.M. Olsen et al., “Channel catfish use higher ...

Male Darwin's frogs carry developing tadpoles in their vocal sacs, though others may use their mouths. Mata Mata turtles have been observed to shelter their hatchlings temporarily in their mouths ...

Male sea catfish carry fertilised eggs in their mouths until they hatch, ensuring their offspring’s safety in the deep sea. Male cardinalfish mouthbrood their eggs, ensuring they develop safely ...