Meet The 12mm Fish That’s As Loud As A Jet Engine

Meet The 12mm Fish That’s As Loud As A Jet Engine
Native to Southeast Asia, a tiny freshwater fish packs a surprising punch with its loud calls. photo credit Beta Mahatvaraj Wikimedia Commons

In the depths of Southeast Asia’s freshwater streams, a tiny creature—barely the length of a fingernail—holds a fascinating secret. At just 12 mm long, Danionella cerebrum seems unassuming, a translucent fish that blends seamlessly into the waters it occupies.

But don’t let its size fool you.

This otherwise unremarkable fish has an extraordinary superpower: It produces sounds exceeding 140 decibels. In human terms, a sound of this level can easily rival the roar of a jet engine taking off a mere 100 meters away from you.

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Meet The 12mm Fish That’s As Loud As A Jet Engine
Native to Southeast Asia, a tiny freshwater fish packs a surprising punch with its loud calls. Today, ichthyologists have uncovered the secret behind its powerful sound.