Largescale Flyingfish
Cypselurus oligolepis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 27.7 cm
- For divers: safe
The largescale flyingfish keeps to nearshore surface waters and never strays into the open sea, feeding on zooplankton and small fish. When pressed it bursts from the water and glides above the surface on outstretched fins. It reaches about 28 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Cypselurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217867.
FAQ
- How deep does the Largescale Flyingfish live?
- The Largescale Flyingfish (Cypselurus oligolepis) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Largescale Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Largescale Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Largescale Flyingfish get?
- The Largescale Flyingfish grows to about 27.7 cm.