Fin's Fish Guide
The Narrowhead flyingfish (Cypselurus angusticeps) is a saltwater fish of the family Exocoetidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Ecuador, Galapagos Is., Fiji and others
Description
The Narrowhead flyingfish is a flyingfish (Exocoetidae) from the sunlit surface water of the open sea around Australia and the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a streamlined, silver-blue body with greatly enlarged, wing-like pectoral fins with which, after a sprint, it glides through the air over tens of metres to evade predators. As a social fish it snaps at plankton and small crustaceans in the surface layer. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Narrowhead flyingfish?
The Narrowhead flyingfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Narrowhead flyingfish live?
The Narrowhead flyingfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Ecuador, Galapagos Is., Fiji and others
How big does the Narrowhead flyingfish get?
The Narrowhead flyingfish grows to a maximum of about 24 cm.
Is the Narrowhead flyingfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Narrowhead flyingfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Narrowhead flyingfish edible?
Yes, the Narrowhead flyingfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Cypselurus
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