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Is flying fish the only fish that can fly?

No, in fact the flying fish can't fly, it glides how ever, a fresh water species called a hatchet fish is the only true flying fish as it flaps it's pectoral fins to achieve flight


How a fish is adapted for flying?

The flying fish (several species) can fly a short distance above the surface of the sea when fleeing from a pursuer intent on eating them. Despite the name of flying fish, they can only glide not actually fly.


Some Fish Can Fly?

No, but there are a number of species that can soar, such as the flying fish, which jump to catch flying insects to eat. Some species have been reported to get as high as 6 feet.


What do flying fish do?

fly


What type of fish can walk?

flying fish can fly.


Is there such a thing as a fish that can fly FOR REAL?

No, fish can't actually fly, not even 'flying fish'. What they really do is glide across the water, which makes them look like they are flying.


Can the flying fish really fly?

No they do not they glide


What is the difference between flying fish and dragon fish?

flying fish just fly while dragon fish can breathe fire as well


How big can a fly grow up to?

There are over 50 known species of flying fish belonging to the Family of Exocoetidae. Flying Fish grows to the size of 45 centimetres (18 inches), but most species measure around 30 centimetres. They can glide about 50 metres (160 feet).


Do flying fish give live birth?

no because fish cant even fly


What do flying fish do to survive?

fly ,grow,glide, swim,


Name a fish that can fly?

Exocoetidae, also known as flying fish, are a family of marine fish known for their ability to glide above the water's surface using their enlarged pectoral fins. They use this flying behavior to escape predators and cover more distance while searching for food.