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.

“People who have never been offshore at night get to see flying fish, squid and mackerel in the lights. We can catch marlin, tuna, dolphin, swords and bottomfish all in the same trip, so it can ...