Starry Flying Gurnard
Dactyloptena peterseni
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 400 m
- Max size: 36 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This flying gurnard spreads huge wing like pectoral fins, fanned with dark spots, more as a startle display and to glide over the bottom than to fly. It walks the sand on the shelf edge with its lower fin rays, probing for crabs and other crustaceans.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Dactylopteriformes › Dactylopteridae › Dactyloptena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218160.
FAQ
- How deep does the Starry Flying Gurnard live?
- The Starry Flying Gurnard (Dactyloptena peterseni) is typically found at to 400 m.
- Is the Starry Flying Gurnard dangerous to divers?
- The Starry Flying Gurnard is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Starry Flying Gurnard get?
- The Starry Flying Gurnard grows to about 36 cm.