Bony Flyingfish
Hirundichthys oxycephalus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
The bony flyingfish hangs in the surface waters near the coast and bursts clear of the sea when chased, spreading enlarged fins to glide long distances above the waves. It is a slender fish of around 18 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Hirundichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272171.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bony Flyingfish live?
- The Bony Flyingfish (Hirundichthys oxycephalus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Bony Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Bony Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bony Flyingfish get?
- The Bony Flyingfish grows to about 18 cm.