👉 Tachybaptus is a type of fish that has soft, smooth skin with scales that are often white or gray in color and can be found in freshwater systems like lakes and rivers. These fish have a distinctive tubular structure called a tachypleuron, which allows them to move through water rapidly while maintaining buoyancy. Tachybaptus is an important part of the aquatic food chain as they play key roles in regulating water pH levels and supporting other aquatic species.