Singapore Mudskipper Named National Mascot For Thriving In Literal Filth

Singaporean scientists have officially declared the mudskipper the most accurate biological representation of the local population.

The bug-eyed fish was chosen for its uncanny ability to survive in toxic sludge while looking perpetually offended by its own existence.

Unlike the glamorous otters, mudskippers spend their days flopping pathetically in the mire, fighting over microscopic patches of territory.

"Wah lau, this fish damn relateable sia," remarked local birdwatcher, Lim Teck.

"Stay in dirty water, eyes big-big look for trouble, and always kiasu about his small hole in the ground—confirm he is my spirit animal."

Wildlife experts suggest the mudskipper’s evolutionary decision to leave the ocean just to sit in hot mud mirrors the average Singaporean’s daily commute to a job they hate.

"This one true blue Singaporean lah," said visitor Mdm Tan.

"He look like he haven't sleep for ten years and only know how to complain, very 'high-SES' attitude in a 'low-SES' body."

The government is now reportedly planning to replace the Merlion with a three-story, slime-coated mudskipper to better celebrate the national culture of wallowing.