on wing-like pectoral fins!
This ability to ‘fly’ enables flying fish to evade ocean predators, but once airborne they may become prey to birds. There are over 40 species of flying fish found worldwide. While they are mostly found in the open ocean, some are found outside coral reefs. One of my favorite memories is windsurfing at Mokuleia on the north shore of Oahu with flying fish leaping all around me! Check out this great BBC video show casing these amazing fish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bk7McNUjWgw