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Species of Fish Coloring Pages
Welcome to our Species of Fish coloring pages section.
Beneath the surface of the world's oceans, lakes, and rivers, fish swim through liquid landscapes filled with wonder. From the vibrant fish darting among coral reefs to the elusive deep-sea anglerfish lurking in oceanic trenches, each species is a testament to the adaptability and diversity of aquatic life. These waters are a hidden gallery of spectacular forms and colors, offering a glimpse into the mysterious lives of fish, creatures as varied and vivid as nature itself.
Let your child's creativity run wild as they add their own unique twist to each page with all the colours of the ocean. Whether they prefer bright and bold hues or soft and subtle shades, there's a fish coloring page waiting for them to add their artistic touch.
Fish Color by Numbers and Connect the Dots
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color by numbers
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connect the dots
Fish Adult Coloring Pages:
Fish Coloring Pages:
Anglerfish
Arctic Cod
Solitary lionfish drift with regal grace, their ornate fins flowing like royal robes.
Piranha
Piranha
Famous fish in children's stories and folktales:
There are many famous fish in folktales from around the world. Here are a few examples:
- The Fisherman and the Golden Fish - This is a Russian folktale about a poor fisherman who catches a magical golden fish. The fish grants him three wishes, but the fisherman's greedy wife keeps asking for more and more until they lose everything they had.
- The Rainbow Fish - This is a popular children's book written by Marcus Pfister that tells the story of a beautiful fish with shimmering scales. The fish eventually learns to share its beauty with others and finds happiness.
- The Fish that Swallowed the Moon - This is a folktale from the Ainu people of Japan. It tells the story of a giant fish that swallowed the moon and caused an eternal night. The people try to catch the fish to retrieve the moon, but it proves to be a difficult task.
- The Salmon of Knowledge - This is an Irish legend about a salmon that gains incredible wisdom after eating hazelnuts that fell into the river from a tree. Whoever catches and eats the salmon will gain all the knowledge of the world.
- The Catfish and the Dragon - This is a folktale from Vietnam about a catfish that saves a dragon from a trap. The grateful dragon takes the catfish on a journey through the waterways of Vietnam, and the catfish becomes a hero in its own right.
These are just a few examples of famous fish in folktales. There are many more stories and legends to discover from different cultures and regions.
Famous fish from mythologies around the world
- Māui's Fish - In Maori mythology, Māui is a demigod who fished up the North Island of New Zealand using a magical fish hook. The fish he caught is often depicted as a giant fish that was responsible for creating the islands of New Zealand.
- Poseidon's Fish - In Greek mythology, Poseidon, the god of the sea, had a fish called the Hippocampus as his loyal steed. The Hippocampus was a hybrid creature with the head of a horse and the tail of a fish.
These are just a couple of examples of famous fish in mythology for kids. There are many more fascinating stories and creatures to explore!