Fin's Fish Guide
Doublebearded flyingfish
The Doublebearded flyingfish (Cheilopogon furcatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Exocoetidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
The spotfin flyingfish is a flyingfish (Exocoetidae) from the warm parts of the world ocean. The species has a slender, silvery body with greatly enlarged, wing-like pectoral fins bearing a dark spot. It lives at the surface of the open ocean and when threatened can shoot out of the water and glide considerable distances above the surface to escape predators. It feeds on zooplankton. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Doublebearded flyingfish?
The Doublebearded flyingfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Enlarged wing-like pectoral fins with a dark blotch for gliding through the air.
Where does the Doublebearded flyingfish live?
The Doublebearded flyingfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Warm parts of the world ocean; surface waters.
How big does the Doublebearded flyingfish get?
The Doublebearded flyingfish grows to a maximum of about 35 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Doublebearded flyingfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Doublebearded flyingfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Doublebearded flyingfish edible?
The Doublebearded flyingfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Cheilopogon
More from the family Exocoetidae
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