Species Data
Common Name
Mirrowing flying fish
Scientific Name
Hirundichthys speculiger
Spanish Name
Peces voladores
Conservation Status
Unknown
Endemic/Native/Introduced
Native
Size
24- 30 cm
Average Lifespan
Unknown
Predators
Dolphins, porpoises, birds, tuna and squid
Food
Mainly plankton
Animal Class
Fish
Species Overview
Flying fish get their name from their ability to leap out of the water and glide over the surface using their long, wing-like fins. They do this to evade being caught by predators. Average flights last up to 50 metres however they can be much longer. Mirrorwing flying fish are found around the world in topical or warm sub-tropical waters including around Galapagos.
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