<P> The Exocoetidae is a family of marine fish in the order Beloniformes class Actinopterygii . Fish of this family are known as flying fish . About 64 species are grouped in seven to nine genera . Flying fish can make powerful , self - propelled leaps out of water into air , where their long , wing - like fins enable gliding flight for considerable distances above the water 's surface . This uncommon ability is a natural defence mechanism to evade predators . </P>
<P> The Exocoetidae is a family of marine fish in the order Beloniformes class Actinopterygii . Fish of this family are known as flying fish . About 64 species are grouped in seven to nine genera . Flying fish can make powerful , self - propelled leaps out of water into air , where their long , wing - like fins enable gliding flight for considerable distances above the water 's surface . This uncommon ability is a natural defence mechanism to evade predators . </P>
what is the name of the flying fish
what is the name of the flying fish
Exocoetidae
Exocoetidae