It’s a disappointment, but like the flying fox, flying fish can’t actually fly like birds do.

They Don’t Actually Fly

Their flying ability most likely evolved so they could escape predators.

They Fly To Avoid Predators

Flying fish are fast. They can reach phenomenal speeds of 56 kilometers an hour, utilizing their torpedo shape and vertically forked tail to fire themselves out of the water.

Flying Fish Are Incredibly Fast

Flying Fish Are Good Luck Symbols

In some cultures, the flying fish is a symbol of good luck and in dreams they signify discovering new paths. Success, favorable circumstances, and blessings are all associated with this little fish.

Flying fish spawn in the open ocean. Females attach eggs to floating debris such as leaves and males aim sperm at the eggs. When enough eggs are attached, the debris floats to the ocean floor.

They Have Mass Breeding Orgies!

Most flying fish eggs are eaten by predators, but those that do survive adopt a cunning disguise to hide from other fish interested in eating them.

Incredible Baby Flying Fish Don a Disguise