Easter island flyingfish
📖 Overview
Easter island flyingfish (Cheilopogon rapanouiensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Exocoetidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 20 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Easter island flyingfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Easter island flyingfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Easter island flyingfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Easter island flyingfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; oceanodromous ; depth range 0 - 20 m . Tropical north of the Equator.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton and small fish
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Easter island flyingfish |
| 🌍CES | letoun novokaledonský |
| 🇫🇷French | Exocet de I'île de Pâques |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheilopogon agoo rapanouiensis | Parin | 1961 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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