The Mola mola, also known as the ocean sunfish, is the heaviest bony fish in the world!
Here are some more interesting facts about this unique creature:
- They can grow to be incredibly large: An average Mola mola can weigh up to 2,000 pounds, but some have been recorded at over 5,000 pounds!
- They have a distinctive, flat body shape: This shape gives them their name, "mola," which is Latin for "millstone."
- They are primarily found in warmer waters: Mola mola are often seen near the surface of the ocean, basking in the sun.
- They are voracious eaters: Their diet consists mostly of jellyfish, but they also eat small fish, squid, and crustaceans.
- They are fascinating to scientists: Researchers are still learning about the Mola mola's life cycle and migration patterns.
