Black-Finned Flyingfish
Cypselurus opisthopus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
A flyingfish of near shore surface waters, it glides clear of the sea on outstretched fins to escape pursuers. Juveniles drift out to open water among floating seaweed, and the fish feed on zooplankton and tiny prey near the surface.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Exocoetidae › Cypselurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278734.
FAQ
- How deep does the Black-Finned Flyingfish live?
- The Black-Finned Flyingfish (Cypselurus opisthopus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Black-Finned Flyingfish dangerous to divers?
- The Black-Finned Flyingfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Black-Finned Flyingfish get?
- The Black-Finned Flyingfish grows to about 18 cm.