In South Carolina, the flier inhabits coastal plain swamps and creeks, ponds and backwaters.
Fliers tend to be more dominant as the pH of the habitat decreases.
Although it is occasionally found in the Piedmont section of South Carolina, it is considered a coastal plains fish. Fliers feed on small fish, insects and other invertebrates. Young fliers have a distinctive orange spot on the trailing edge of the dorsal fin. If you see violations of wildlife, boating, or litter laws. If you see room for improvement, please cli ck here and drop the webmaster a note.