Common name of Cheilopogon heterurus
 
Common name Atlantic flyingfish
Language English
Type Vernacular
Official trade name No
Rank 3 - (Other common name)
Country Cuba
Locality
Ref. Zaneveld, J.S., 1983
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).
 
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