Cypselurus callopterus (Ornamented Flying Fish)
Flying fish can make powerful, self-propelled leaps out of water into air, where their long, wing-like fins enable gliding flight for considerable distances above the water's surface. This uncommon ability is a natural defense mechanism to evade predators.
Animalia Chordata Actinopterygii Beloniformes Exocoetidae beautyfin flying fishAuthor(s) | Jane Thomas |
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Date Created | 2009-01-01 |
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