Gurnard

Oriental flying gurnard Dactyloptena orientalis is also known as the Purple Flying Gurnard or the Common Helmet Gurnard

Oriental Flying Gurnard -Facts-Video-Photographs

March 14, 2017

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The Oriental flying gurnard Dactyloptena orientalis is also known as the Purple Flying Gurnard or the Common Helmet Gurnard. With their large pectoral fins they are an unusual sight to see. Their name orig...

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Oriental Flying Gurnard

December 10, 2014

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An oriental flying gurnard (Dactylopterus orientalis) filmed off the coast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. When excited the fish spreads its "wings" which are semi-transparent but tipped with a beautiful and phosph...