Where Does Shortfin flyingfish Live?

Shortfin flyingfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Shortfin flyingfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Epipelagic zone, typically near the surface (0-200 meters).

Environment

Open ocean, oceanic waters, rarely found near coastlines unless associated with oceanic currents.

Geographic range

Circumglobal in tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, generally between 40°N and 40°S latitudes.

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