Mature females of the Paedocypris progenetica, a member of the carp family, only grow to 0.31 inches and the males have enlarged pelvic fins and exceptionally large muscles that may be used to grasp ...

Paedocypris progenetica, the world’s smallest fish on record, is a member of the carp family. The fish has a see-through body and a head that is unprotected by a skeleton. Photo courtesy of Maurice ...

The smallest fish in the world has been found lurking in the peat wetlands of Southeast Asia, say scientists. The record-busting newcomer, Paedocypris progenetica, is skinny and transparent, and a ...

Scientists have discovered the world's smallest fish on record in an acidic peat swamp in Indonesia, with a see-through body and a head that is unprotected by a skeleton, researchers said Wednesday.

Biologists just discovered two new species of frogs in New Guinea, one of which is now the world's tiniest known vertebrate, averaging only 7.7 millimeters in size -- less than one-third of an inch.

Scientists from Europe and Singapore say they have discovered the world's tiniest fish. They say a species that lives in peat wetlands in South-East Asia when fully grown, is the size of a large ...

The world is home to many tiny creatures. Paedophryne Amauensis is the smallest vertebrate. Paedocypris fish lives in acidic swamps. Slender Blind Snake lives underground. Kitti’s Hog-Nosed Bat is ...

The world is full of tiny wonders. This article showcases ten of the smallest animals. These creatures can fit in your palm. They include the Bee Hummingbird and Paedocypris fish. Also featured are ...

Fishermen try to outdo each other with tales of the biggest catch. But scientists say they've discovered the smallest fish in the wetlands of Southeast Asia. The species, Paedocypris progenetica, is a ...

THE new holder of the world record for smallest vertebrate is the Sumatran fish Paedocypris progenetica, a member of the carp family. And it also has a big secret, or at least the male of the species ...