THE SNIPER OF THE SEA !!!

The archerfish is a fascinating species known for its unique hunting method. Found primarily in mangrove swamps, estuaries, and rivers across Southeast Asia and Australia, the archerfish can shoot jets of water from its specialized mouth to knock insects and other small prey off overhanging vegetation into the water, where it can then be eaten.

What's particularly impressive about this fish is its ability to compensate for the refraction of light at the water's surface, accurately targeting prey from several feet away. Archerfish can shoot water up to about 2 meters (6.5 feet) and are excellent at calculating the necessary angle and strength of their shot to hit the target.

They are generally small to medium-sized fish, with the largest species growing up to about 10-12 inches in length. Their body is elongated with a dorsal fin set far back towards the tail, which aids in their agility and speed when shooting at prey. Archerfish are also notable for their social behavior and learning abilities, often seen hunting in groups and learning from each other's successes and failures.