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Hoodwinker ocean sunfish

Mola tecta

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
242.0 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 242.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
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Taxonomy

Order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies)
Family Molidae (Ocean Sunfishes)
Species Mola tecta

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Hoodwinker ocean sunfish get?
Hoodwinker ocean sunfish can grow up to 242.0 cm long.
What family does Hoodwinker ocean sunfish belong to?
Hoodwinker ocean sunfish (Mola tecta) belongs to the family Molidae (Ocean Sunfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).

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