The sunfish, or mola mola, is unique for its distinctive shape, resembling a giant pancake with a flattened body and a large dorsal fin. It is one of the heaviest bony fish, weighing up to 2,200 pounds, and can reach lengths of over 10 feet. Sunfish are known for their behavior of basking in the sun at the ocean's surface, which helps to regulate their body temperature and shed parasites. Their unusual swimming style, often seen "on their sides," further adds to their fascinating characteristics.
Ocean Sunfish, also known as Mola mola, are not considered endangered. They are listed as "Vulnerable" on the IUCN Red List due to threats such as bycatch in fisheries and habitat loss, but their populations are relatively stable. Conservation efforts are in place to monitor and protect these unique species.
Sunfish eat jellyfish.
No, but a raccoon will eat a sunfish.
Generl habit for sunfish is the ocean
sunfish are carnivores
Redbreast sunfish was created in 1758.
Slender sunfish was created in 1776.
Redear sunfish was created in 1859.
Mud sunfish was created in 1855.
Longear sunfish was created in 1820.
Green sunfish was created in 1819.
Yes, Ocean Sunfish do have a spine.