Rare 7-Foot Hoodwinker Sunfish Washes Ashore in Oregon
The elusive species, previously thought to inhabit only the Southern Hemisphere, has shocked experts and intrigued beachgoers.
Overview
- The 7.3-foot fish was initially mistaken for the more common ocean sunfish.
- Marine biologist Marianne Nyegaard identified it as a hoodwinker sunfish from photos.
- This species was discovered in 2014 and is known for its ability to evade detection.
- The fish's appearance in Oregon suggests a wider habitat range than previously believed.
- Thousands have flocked to see the rare specimen, which remains on the beach for now.