A one-of-a-kind illustrated book that presents flyingfish as you've
never seen them before
If you travel the open ocean anywhere in the tropics, you are very
likely to see flyingfish. These beautifully colored "ocean butterflies"
shoot out of the water and sail on majestic, winglike pectoral fins to
escape from predators such as dolphins, swordfish, and tuna. Some can
travel for more than six hundred feet per flight. Yet despite their
prevalence in warm ocean waters and their vital role in the tropical
food chain, surprisingly little is known about flyingfish--more than 60
species are said to exist, but nobody is sure of the number. This
beautifully illustrated book presents flyingfish as you've never seen
them before. It features more than 90 stunning color photos by renowned
naturalist Steve Howell, as well as a concise and accessible text that
explores the natural history of flyingfish, where they can be found, how
and why they fly, what colors they are, what they eat and what eats
them, and more.
The ideal gift for fish lovers, seasoned travelers, and armchair
naturalists alike, this first-of-its-kind book provides a rare and
incomparable look at these spectacular marine creatures.
- Presents flyingfish like you've never seen them before
- Features more than 90 stunning color images
- Explores the natural history of flyingfish, where to see them, how
they fly, and more
- The ideal gift book for fish lovers, ecotravelers, birders, and
armchair naturalists
