What are these characteristics of a Flying Fish (exocoetidae) ?

Question by purpleperfect: What are these characteristics of a Flying Fish (exocoetidae) ?
I really need to know the lifespan , the weight , the appearance , history and other interesting facts about the flying fish ! I need this by Oct. 26th (project due date). Please help me out , suggest links ... Thanks guys :)


Best answer:
Answer by JamesThere is loads on wikipedia:
In order to glide out of the water, a flying fish swishes its tail to up to 50-70 times per second, which "vibrates"

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