Abe's flyingfish
Cheilopogon abei
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Saltwater
À propos
Cheilopogon abei is a saltwater flyingfish reaching about 22 cm, found in tropical and subtropical Pacific waters. It uses its enlarged pectoral fins to glide above the water surface to escape predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-20m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Famille | Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) |
| Espèces | Cheilopogon abei |
Foire aux questions
How big does Abe's flyingfish get?
Abe's flyingfish can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
What family does Abe's flyingfish belong to?
Abe's flyingfish (Cheilopogon abei) belongs to the family Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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