Can a fish fly?

Flying fish are ray-finned fish with highly modified pectoral fins. Despite their name, flying fish aren't capable of powered flight. Instead they propel themselves out of the water at speeds of more than 35 miles (56 kilometers) an hour.
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Can fish fly yes or no?

Yes, some fish can fly. The have specialized fins that allow them to swim fast and leap to the surface and glide through the air above the water. The ability to fly above the water surface is a way for them to escape from other fish that are trying to hurt them.
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Did fish ever fly?

According to the fossil record, the modern flying fish evolved some 66 million years ago. But a separate group of flying fish, now extinct, may have first evolved more than 200 million years ago.
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Do fish fly or jump?

Flying fish can be seen jumping out of warm ocean waters worldwide. Their streamlined torpedo shape helps them gather enough underwater speed to break the surface, and their large, wing-like pectoral fins get them airborne.
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Why do fish do not fly?

Sorry to disappoint, but flying fish can't actually “fly”—at least, not in the way we typically think of flying. They can't flap their fins in the way birds flap their wings to become airborne. But they do use their very large pectoral, or side, fins to glide over the ocean surface.
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Can a human fly?

Humans are not physically designed to fly. We cannot create enough lift to overcome the force of gravity (or our weight). It's not only wings that allow birds to fly. Their light frame and hollow bones make it easier to counteract gravity.
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Can dogs fly?

Though rules vary from airline to airline, your dog can typically only fly in the cabin—a.k.a. as a carry-on—if they are small enough to fit in a carrier under the seat in front of you. Any larger than that, and your pup will have to travel in the cargo hold, with the luggage and freight.
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What kind of fish can fly?

The Exocoetidae are a family of marine fish in the order Beloniformes class Actinopterygii, known colloquially as flying fish or flying cod. About 64 species are grouped in seven to nine genera.
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Can a fish drown?

Most fish breathe when water moves across their gills. But if the gills are damaged or water cannot move across them, the fish can suffocate. They don't technically drown, because they don't inhale the water, but they do die from a lack of oxygen.
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Can fishes walk?

Snakehead fish have evolved to “walk” on land! They propel themselves forward by moving their head and back fin in opposite directions. Underwater, a snakehead absorbs oxygen through its gills, just like other fish.
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Can pigs fly?

Pig's can't fly! It's impossible, which is precisely what the expression means. We say it as a response when someone tells us something that we think is impossible or very unlikely. For example, if person A says “Do you think Mary will quit her job now that she's pregnant?” and person B responds “Yeah, when pigs fly!
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Can cats fly?

Carry-On Pets

Small dogs, cats and household birds can travel in the cabin for a one-way fee, collected at check-in. They must be able to fit in a small, ventilated pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you.
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What color is a flying fish?

Dark blue gray on the back and on the upper part of the sides, silvery lower down on the sides, and below; the dorsal fin is plain gray, the rear margin of the pectorals with a very narrow pale edging.
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Can a fish get drunk?

That's right—fish get drunk, too! Working with Zebrafish—a common fish used in lab studies—researchers at NYU exposed fish to various environments of EtOH, technical-speak for alcohol.
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Can a fish survive in milk?

Fish have evolved over many millions of years to survive in water with a certain amount of dissolved oxygen, acidity, and other trace molecules. So, though skim milk is nine-tenths water, it still would be entirely insufficient to support a fish for long.
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Can a fish fart?

Most fish do use air to inflate and deflate their bladder to maintain buoyancy which is expelled either through their mouth or gills which can be mistaken for a fart. For example, sand tiger sharks gulp air into their stomachs at the surface which they then discharge out the back door to attain a desired depth.
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Can a fish jump?

Apart from swimming, fish are also known to jump, glide, squiggle and even do multiple somersaults in the air. Escaping predators, chasing food, getting over barriers and getting spooked among the reasons why they do this. Bending their body into a C or S shape can help them spring forward in water or even on land.
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Do fishes sleep?

While fish do not sleep in the same way that land mammals sleep, most fish do rest. Research shows that fish may reduce their activity and metabolism while remaining alert to danger. Some fish float in place, some wedge themselves into a secure spot in the mud or coral, and some even locate a suitable nest.
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Which fish Can fly walk and swim?

The Garnai fish can walk while on land, swim while in water and can even fly in air.
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Is it cruel to take a cat on a plane?

With some research and preparation, both you and your kitty can fly safely and in comfort. The rules are much the same as when flying with a dog, but as with canines, you should still talk with your vet and your airline ahead of time.
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How do cats go to the bathroom on a plane?

Kitty Plane Travel Kit

Collapsible bowl. Travel cat litter box (you can use a shoe box that has been cut to 2 inches high) Dog poop bags. Cat litter in a zip lock bag (3kg or 6.6lb helps you stay below the carry on weight requirements)
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Can big dogs go on planes?

Yes, you can fly with large dogs so long as they are properly crated and prepared to fly. Many airlines require your pet to be at least 8-weeks old before flying. Any younger and dogs are thought to be too fragile for long flights. Your pet must also be free of fleas, ticks, and or infectious diseases.
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