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Ocean Sunfish

Mola mola

Vulnerable ↓

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

10 years

Length

2.7 m

Weight

1.0 t

Trend

↓ Decreasing

About

マンボウ(Mola mola)は、最大2,300kgに達する、世界で最も重い硬骨魚類として知られている。

Fun Facts

✨ A female can produce up to 300 million eggs at once.
✨ They bask sideways at the surface to warm up.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.

🌊 Marine Oceanic 🐚 Marine Neritic

Distributed across Australia, Japan, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇯🇵 Japan 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia

Diet & Behavior

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Omnivore

Ocean Sunfish is classified as omnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Omnivore

Plant ~60% Animal ~40%

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Actinopterygii (Ray-finned Fish)

Order

Perciformes (ペルカ目)

Family

Scombridae (Tunas & Mackerels)

Genus

Thunnus (Tunas)

Species

Mola mola (Ocean Sunfish)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ocean Sunfish?

The scientific name of Ocean Sunfish is Mola mola. It belongs to the genus Thunnus.

What is the conservation status of Ocean Sunfish?

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Ocean Sunfish live?

Ocean Sunfish is found in Distributed across Australia, Japan, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Japan, South Africa, United States.

What family does Ocean Sunfish belong to?

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) belongs to the genus Thunnus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scombridae.

What does Ocean Sunfish eat?

Ocean Sunfish is omnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Ocean Sunfish live?

Ocean Sunfish has an average lifespan of approximately 10 years in the wild.

Is Ocean Sunfish endangered?

Yes, Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ocean Sunfish belong to?

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).