Common name of Cheilopogon rapanouiensis
 
Common name Easter island flyingfish
Language English
Type FAO old
Official trade name No
Rank 4 - (Less common name)
Country Global
Locality
Ref. Parin, N.V., 1995
Life stage juveniles and adults
Sex females and males
Core behavior
1st modifier locality/area
2nd modifier
Remarks Flyingfishes are well known for their ability to leap clear of the sea surface and glide long distances using their fins as wings (Ref. 5288). Name not listed in ASFIS version 2006 (Ref. 56807).
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