Fishes that Swim the Slowest

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Seahorses are some of the slowest fish in the ocean, moving at a maximum speed of about 0.01 to 0.02 mph (0.02 to 0.03 kph).

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Seahorses

They typically move at speeds of about 1 to 3 mph (1.6 to 4.8 kph).

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Stingrays

These relatives of seahorses are also slow swimmers, using their fins in subtle, delicate movements.

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Leafy Sea Dragons

These large marine mammals, often called "sea cows," move at a very slow pace, averaging speeds of 3 to 5 mph (5 to 8 kph).

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Dugongs and Manatees

Gobies are typically small, bottom-dwelling fish, and some species like Brunet's goby are known to move very slowly, primarily using a "crawl" motion across the substrate.

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Brunet's Goby

They rely on their pectoral fins to "walk" along the ocean floor, moving very slowly and awkwardly in the water.

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Batfish