why do fish have sllippery scales on there bodies
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Fish secrete a glyco-protein slime from the cells in their skin to make it harder for parasites to attach. Some fish even secrete toxins into the slime to deter predators. Fish scales provide protection and reduce water turbulence.
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fishes have slippery and streamlined body inorder to glide on water
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