African Sailfin Flyingfish
Parexocoetus mento
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: safe
A small flyingfish of near shore surface waters, it stays close to the coast rather than venturing into open sea. It reaches about 11 centimetres and bursts clear of the surface, gliding on its broad fins to slip away from predators.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Parexocoetus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126388.
FAQ
- How deep does the African Sailfin Flyingfish live?
- The African Sailfin Flyingfish (Parexocoetus mento) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the African Sailfin Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The African Sailfin Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the African Sailfin Flyingfish get?
- The African Sailfin Flyingfish grows to about 11 cm.