Mudskipper Turf War

'Bluespotted mudskippers (Boleophthalmus caeruleomaculatus), are amphibious fish common in mangrove habitats of Southeast Asia. Males are extremely territorial, engaging in frequent skirmishes with their neighbours. Such skirmishes may lead to dramatic facial expressions like those seen here. While photographing wading birds in the famous Mai Po wetlands, Hong Kong, I was distracted by the mesmerizing territorial displays of hundreds of mudskippers near the shore. Adjacent individuals would frequently engage in brief skirmishes, allowing me to select the optimal angle for illustrating their aggressive interactions.'

Daniel Field

Modifications limited to cropping, minor sharpening, and minor white-balance correction. Camera; Nikon D7200 body. Lens; AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED II.