Clearwing Flyingfish
Cypselurus comatus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flyingfish of nearshore surface waters, the clearwing flyingfish bursts clear of the sea and glides on outstretched winglike fins to escape predators below. It stays near the top of the water column where it feeds and is hunted by larger fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Cypselurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278731.
FAQ
- Is the Clearwing Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Clearwing Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Clearwing Flyingfish get?
- The Clearwing Flyingfish grows to about 30 cm.