Why do swordfish have a sword snout? — Beth of Carrollton, GA

Dear Beth,

You asked a good question about swordfish. The swordfish's "nose" is really part of its jaw. It is shaped like a big, flat sword with two sharp edges. The swordfish uses it like a sword. Swordfish like to eat fish. Its sharp sword helps it get its meal. When a swordfish swims into a school of fish, it slashes its sword all around. Soon, it has cut up a fine meal for itself.

Also, a swordfish will use its "sword" to defend itself. The swordfish is very fast and powerful. It can run its sword into its enemy. The swordfish is just one of many curious fish that God made.