Hoodwinker Mola
NameHoodwinker Mola
Scientific NameMola tecta
Common NamesHoodwinker Sunfish, Slender Sunfish
FamilyMolidae
OriginSouthern Hemisphere, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Chile
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000000
Max Size (Inches)117.6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Hoodwinker Mola is a recently discovered species of ocean sunfish, known for its massive, flattened body and lack of a true caudal fin. It inhabits temperate waters of the Southern Hemisphere, feeding primarily on gelatinous zooplankton. Due to its immense size and specialized needs, it is not suitable for home aquariums.
