So you’ve heard of flying fish? Great! But the fish we’ve got here aren’t the kind that seem to really fly. Instead, these windsocks simply look like fish. They catch the breeze and blow unfurled. They show off bright colors and make a wonderful decoration for your yard.
It’s easy to install a windsock. You simply need a pole to attach it to! Most poles just need to be pushed into the ground. A windsock is very lightweight, so the pole usually doesn’t need to be anchored or cemented. Once you have it upright, you just attach the windsock to it and let the wind do the rest!
But there’s still the question of why fish are such a hot theme for windsocks, though. And we don’t have definite answers. We suspect, though, that it’s simply based on the shape of the fish’s body. Long and tubular, it seems to match up perfectly to the perfect windsock form.
The bright colors – whether based on real fish or on fantastic ones – are another great factor. They can really make an otherwise boring windsock spring to life!
Oh – there’s one more question we should try to answer, too! What exactly is a windsock for? Well, mainly it serves to indicate which way the wind is blowing. Just look to see which way your fish is heading, and you’ll know where the wind is coming from! Windsocks can also give a rough idea of wind speed, too, although it’s not a precise measure for this.
So if you’re a fan of fish and windsocks, you might as well combine the two! We found some great fish windsock options that you might want to buy for your home.
Shark Windsock
They say go big or go home, so let’s start with the apex predator of the sea!
This shark windsock measures 30 inches long. It looks like a miniature great white! It’s got a mouthful of sharp teeth and is eager to swallow a strong wind.
This polyester fishsock stands up well to wind and weather of all types. Of course, you’ll still want to take it down, along with any yard decorations, during extreme conditions. Otherwise, though, it will work well and add special – albeit vicious – charm to your yard
Rainbow Scales Fish Windsock
If you’re looking for a bigger – and brighter – windsock, you’ll love this one! At 60 inches long, it’s a great size to stand out even in a large field. And who won’t love the magnificent array of colors used on its scales! It’s fabulous!
The black fins will stand out boldly against a clear or cloudy sky. And the scales on the body reflect all the principal colors of the rainbow.
This sock isn’t just long, it’s also high. It measures about 28″ inches from top of the dorsal fin to the bottom of the pelvic fin.
The material is durable and will hold up for years. However, it seems to fade a good bit over a single summer. Also, the hardware – swivels and the like – could be better. Still, it looks great for the time you get out of it!
Patriotic Fish Windsock
Ok, it would be cool if someday we found a fish that looks like this in our inland waters or off the Atlantic or Pacific Coasts. But that’s not likely. Still, this Stars and Stripes fishsock is a great way to show your patriotism and measure the wind in a fanciful way!
The red, white, and blue windsock even has stars on the face! You’ll love flying this for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and other national holidays. Or leave it up all year!
The cloth itself is good and holds colors pretty well. The swivel, though, could be tougher. You might want to replace it, especially if you experience relatively high winds
Overall, it’s a great look and you’ll love having it!
Clownfish Windsock
We think we’ve found Nemo – blowing in your yard! This windsock is colored to look like a clownfish, just like the titular character of the Disney film. It’s sure to be a hit with children and all Disney fans. And of course, even if you’re not into the movie, you can still love it’s awesome look!
The colors are incredibly vivid and we didn’t see any signs of premature fading. The swivel seems somewhat sturdy.
This sock measures 40 inches long.
EMMAKITES Cute Rainbow Fish
There’s something special about this fishsock! The whole thing is brightly colored, but the fins are made with an almost translucent polyester that lets the light pass through. It gives them almost a stained glass look! It makes this windsock unique and special.
This one is on the smaller side at just 32″ long. But the flowing fins are great, almost like a betta fish!
One drawback is that the color pattern seems to be random. That is, not every piece looks the same, and some purchasers don’t like the pattern they get. Still, we really loved ours!
Wrapping It Up
Fish windsocks – aka fishsocks – have become a “thing.” They’re great for decoration and for helping you see how the wind is blow. You’ll love seeing them “swim” through the sky. The variety of designs and colors is awesome, too!
