Atlantic flyingfish
Cheilopogon heterurus
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Saltwater
Overview
Atlantic flyingfish (Cheilopogon heterurus) is a marine fish of the family Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes), in the order Beloniformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–50 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
0-50m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| 科 | Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) |
| 物种 | Cheilopogon heterurus |
常见问题
How big does Atlantic flyingfish get?
Atlantic flyingfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Atlantic flyingfish found?
Neritic
What family does Atlantic flyingfish belong to?
Atlantic flyingfish (Cheilopogon heterurus) belongs to the family Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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