Abe's flyingfish
Cheilopogon abei
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Saltwater
Hakkında
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 |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-20m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Familya | Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) |
| Türler | Cheilopogon abei |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
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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