Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish
Exocoetus obtusirostris
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 24 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This flyingfish breaks the surface and glides on outstretched fins, covering long distances above the water. It lives in surface waters both near the coast and far out to sea, growing to about twenty four centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Exocoetus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126384.
FAQ
- How deep does the Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish live?
- The Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish (Exocoetus obtusirostris) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish get?
- The Oceanic Two-Wing Flyingfish grows to about 24 cm.