Exocoetus volitans
Exocoetus volitans—a widespread flyingfish of the family Exocoetidae—is among the mostcommon oceanic species globally. Its greatly elongated pectoral fins act like “wings” during take‑off andgliding, while the elongated lower caudal lobe lashes the surface to gain extra speed for multi‑sta...
Why Do Flying Fish Fly?
Flying fish leap out of the ocean and glide through the air, primarily as a way to escape predators such as tuna and dolphinfish. They do not fly like birds by flapping wings. Instead, they accelerate underwater, burst through the surface, and spread their enlarged pectoral fins to generate aerodyna...