noun
surface-dwelling fish; pelagic fish
Refers to fish species that live near the water's surface, as opposed to bottom-dwelling or deep-sea fish. Often used in fishing and marine biology contexts.
浮き魚は水面近くでよく見られる。
Surface-dwelling fish are often seen near the water's surface.
この海域では浮き魚の群れが観察できる。
Schools of pelagic fish can be observed in this sea area.