Spotted ray-finned fish Flying gurnard Dactyloptena on underwater seabed. Flying gurnard, also known as helmeted gurnard, is bottom-dwelling fish in tropical and warm temperate waters.

🤩 #SundayMood: meet the Flying Gurnard! Known for its large, wing-like pectoral fins, this species uses dramatic displays to deter predators and to navigate the seafloor. Found in tropical and subtropical waters, it “walks” along sandy bottoms in search of crustaceans and small mollusks. Species like the Flying Gurnard highlight how much there is still to learn about ocean life: from behavior and habitat use to ecosystem roles. 💙 Continued ocean science is essential for closing these knowledge