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How do flying fish get their food?

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Like all other fish, hunting for prey underwater. They only "fly" when hunted themselves. Or rather : they jump out of the water to temporarily disappear from the predator's view and glide for a bit, aided by their winglike pectoral (?) fins. When they dive back into the water, there's a chance the predator has lost sight of them. read more

flying Fish get there food by swooping down on themwhile in air usaully they feed on crabs,insects,larvae,zoo plankton,and any otheer living small organism that can fit in there mouth. read more

Flying fish are thought to have evolved this remarkable gliding ability to escape predators, of which they have many. Their pursuers include mackerel, tuna, swordfish, marlin, and other larger fish. For their sustenance, flying fish feed on a variety of foods, including plankton. read more

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