The answer is: Fish and Birds

Gen 1:20-22

On the fifth day of Creation, we see the beauty of life take to the waters and the skies. God swiftly fills this part of the world with bustling creatures. Can you picture it? The ocean teeming with various fish, some so small they can snuggle in the palm of your hand, and others as large as a bus. Don’t forget those fascinating little details, Mytilus edulis, better known as the blue mussel, dating back over a hundred million years, hinting at the marvelous biodiversity of God's watery creation.

Then we have the birds, flapping and soaring! There are around 10,000 species known today, but if God made the initial "winged creatures," imagine the vibrant possibilities! One could argue these creatures play a pivotal role in many ancient cultures and biblical passages representing freedom and the spirit—like the eagles often tied in imagery to strength and renewal, capturing that vibrant essence of divine creativity.

To add to your Bible trivia, when the Creation story is summed up, birds maintaining a role of feathered messenger symbolizes connection between heaven and earth, a theme reaffirmed later in the Scriptures with references like doves delivering news—specifically, the prospect of peace following the storm of chaos in Noah's time.

Isn't it mesmerizing how days come alive with meaning and connection to the continued journey of all creation? From swaying plants enthralled in sunlight to roaring waves filled with shimmering life, each piece adds to a larger tapestry reflecting mystery and wonder of existence!