Flying Gurnard
Dactylopterus volitans
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–100 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Spread its huge fan like pectoral fins and the flying gurnard becomes a startling sight, though it walks more than it flies, using the front rays to creep along sand. It probes the bottom for crabs, clams and small fish in shallow water and carries no venom despite the dramatic display.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Dactylopteriformes › Dactylopteridae › Dactylopterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127232.
FAQ
- How deep does the Flying Gurnard live?
- The Flying Gurnard (Dactylopterus volitans) is typically found at 1–100 m.
- Is the Flying Gurnard dangerous to divers?
- The Flying Gurnard is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Flying Gurnard get?
- The Flying Gurnard grows to about 50 cm.