Giant sunfish
Mola mola
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Saltwater
Overview
Giant sunfish (Mola mola) is a marine fish of the family Molidae (Ocean Sunfishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 333 cm, with a maximum published weight of 2300 kg. Its recorded depth range is 30–1515 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 333.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2300.0 kg |
| 서식 수심 | 30-1515m |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
30-1515m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| 과(科) | Molidae (Ocean Sunfishes) |
| 종 | Mola mola |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Giant sunfish get?
Giant sunfish can grow up to 333.0 cm long and weigh 2300.0 kg.
What family does Giant sunfish belong to?
Giant sunfish (Mola mola) belongs to the family Molidae (Ocean Sunfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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