Fourwing Flyingfish
Hirundichthys affinis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 33 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This flyingfish bursts from the surface and glides on winglike pectoral fins for long stretches above the water to escape predators. It schools in surface waters near and far from shore and ranks among the most important food fishes of the eastern Caribbean.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Hirundichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159265.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fourwing Flyingfish live?
- The Fourwing Flyingfish (Hirundichthys affinis) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Fourwing Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Fourwing Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fourwing Flyingfish get?
- The Fourwing Flyingfish grows to about 33 cm.