Definition: Describing someone or something that is timid, shy, or has a dull, pale brown color, often resembling a mouse.

Example: She had a mousy personality, always avoiding the spotlight.

Definition: A type of fish that carries its eggs and young in its mouth for protection, commonly found in certain genera like Haplochromis and Tilapia.

Example: The mouthbreeder carefully protects its eggs by keeping them in its mouth until they hatch.

Definition: A part of the mouth of an insect or other arthropod that is adapted for feeding or gathering food.

Example: The butterfly uses its mouthparts to sip nectar from flowers.

Definition: A type of worm-like insect larva that develops in manure and is often associated with decaying organic matter.

Example: The muckworm thrives in the compost pile, helping to break down waste.

Definition: A type of large catfish found in the central United States, known for its flat head and prominent jaw.

Example: The fisherman caught a mudcat that weighed over twenty pounds.

Definition: A type of fish that can live in muddy waters and is known for its ability to breathe air.

Example: The mudfish swam gracefully through the murky water.

Definition: A type of large salamander found in North America, known for its external gills and living in wet areas.

Example: The mudpuppy is often found in lakes and rivers, where it swims gracefully.

Definition: A type of fish that can live on land and move across mud and sand, commonly found in tropical regions.

Example: The mudskipper can often be seen hopping around on the mud flats during low tide.

Definition: A type of crocodile found in South Asia, known for its robust body and strong jaws.

Example: The muggar is often found in rivers and lakes in India and surrounding countries.

Definition: A type of animal that is a cross between a horse and a donkey, often used as a pack animal or for riding.

Example: The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads across the fields.