Fishing for Flying gurnard

Dactylopterus volitans

The flying gurnard is a distinctive marine fish known for its large, wing-like pectoral fins. It inhabits sandy and muddy seabeds in warm coastal waters. Typically reaching up to 20 inches in length and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Notably, it can glide short distances above the seabed when startled. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Miami-Dade County Coast

15 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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