Common name of Exocoetus volitans
 
Common name Tropical two-wing flyingfish
Language English
Type Vernacular
Official trade name No
Rank 2 - (Preferred common name (unique))
Country Saint Helena Island
Locality
Ref. Edwards, A., 1990
Life stage juveniles and adults
Sex females and males
Core behavior
1st modifier morphology
2nd modifier habitat/ecology
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).
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