👉 Eisoptrophobia, also known as "optiphenophobia," is a phobic condition characterized by fear of or avoidance of sea creatures such as fish and other aquatic animals. This fear can be triggered due to certain factors, including exposure to water, the smell of seawater, or the sight of saltwater. The term comes from the Greek word "eis" which means "sea," and "optrophobia" which refers to a phobic reaction to water.