Description

Also known as Atlantic Flyingfish, Fourwing Flyingfish, Mediterranean Flyingfish, Piebald Flyingfish, Single Bearded Flyingfish.

Found close to the surface or flying for long distances in coastal areas.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 40cm
Depth - 0-50m
Worldwide temperate and tropical waters

Flying fish are all over the world and are able to fly for up to 50 meters at a time, which enables them to escape predators.
Their name has been given to the Constellation Volans, numerous ships and boats and also to the Exocet guided missiles. Ref: https://www.fishbase.in/summary/Cheilopogon-heterurus.html