Starry Flying Gurnard (Dactyloptena peterseni) | Marine Explorer Coloring Kit

Discover the winged bottom wanderer of the Indo-West Pacific. The Starry Flying Gurnard, scientifically known as Dactyloptena peterseni, is an extraordinary marine species admired for its brilliant reddish body, long head spine, spotted markings, and dramatic wing-like pectoral fins. With its unusual flying-gurnard profile, sand-bottom lifestyle, and elegant fin display, this remarkable fish offers a rich and educational subject for creative marine exploration.

Developed using real marine reference observations and scientific classification standards.

Common Name Standardization Note:

The original reference label shows only the scientific name Dactyloptena peterseni. For CECOZ product clarity and consistency, this product uses the standardized common name Starry Flying Gurnard.

Common Name: Starry Flying Gurnard

Scientific Name: Dactyloptena peterseni

Origin / Habitat: Indo-West Pacific sandy-bottom coastal and demersal marine habitats

[Exclusive Educational Content Included]

This educational coloring kit combines marine science with clean line art, helping learners and collectors explore the wing-like pectoral fins, long head spine, spotted body pattern, reddish coloration, and bottom-dwelling behavior of this remarkable species through a creative hands-on experience.

Best for: hobbyists, educators, and reference collectors.

Note: Full care data, including tank requirement, diet, and water parameters, is included in the Digital Infographic Card inside your download folder.

Formats included: High-resolution printable coloring page (A4 PDF) + Scientific Infographic Card.

Part of the growing CECOZ Marine Explorer Series — collect and build your personal marine library.