Jan 24, 2025, 08:18 PM IST
Mouthbrooding cichlid fish protect their eggs and young inside their mouths, allowing the offspring to leave only for brief moments.
Female crocodiles gently carry their hatchlings in their mouths to water and keep them safe from predators.
Some male catfish species, like the jawfish, carry eggs or fry in their mouths as a protective measure.
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 while moving them to water.
Mother sharks occasionally pick up their pups in their mouths to relocate them or protect them from threats.
While Emperor penguins usually use their feet to shelter their chicks, they may momentarily hold them in their mouths to assist or move them.