Mystery Sunfish Found on Beach

For several years, a mystery sunfish has been washing up on the shores of Ocean City, baffling marine biologists. The strange fish has a deep purple color and an elongated body, unlike any other sunfish species.

In July 2016, a team of researchers from the University of Delaware finally got a chance to study the fish up close. They determined that it was a new species of sunfish, which they named Mola tecta. The discovery was published in the journal Zootaxa.

Mola tecta is only the third new sunfish species to be discovered in over 130 years. It's unclear how this mysterious fish ended up in the Atlantic Ocean, but it's possible that it migrated from warmer waters near South America or Africa.

So far, Mola tecta has only been found off the coast of Ocean City, but it's possible that it could eventually be spotted elsewhere along the East Coast. Scientists are still working to learn more about this enigmatic new species of sunfish.

Sunfish Spotted in Local Harbor

One of the locals in the harbor was surprised today when they spotted a sunfish swimming among the boats. This is only the second time that anyone has seen this fish in our waters.

The sunfish is a distinctive looking fish, and is easily identifiable by its flat body and large, protruding dorsal fin. They can grow up to 3 feet long and weigh up to 150 pounds.

This fish is usually found in tropical or temperate waters, so it is a bit of a surprise to see it here in our harbor. It is not clear how it got here, but we are enjoying having this interesting visitor around.

Rare Sunfish Caught off Coast

Earlier this week, a rare sunfish was caught by a fisherman off the coast of Maine. The sunfish, which was about four feet in length and weighed 200 pounds, is only the second one ever caught in that area.

Sunfish are usually found in tropical or temperate waters, so it is unusual to see them so far north. They areRI uncommon even in their usual habitats, so this recent catch is quite a rarity.

The first sunfish ever caught off the Maine coast was back in 1978, so it has been a while since one was spotted there. Sunfish are interesting creatures and are known for their unique shape and coloring.

They can be identified by their large round bodies and bright orange skin. They typically feed on small fish and crustaceans, and can grow up to four feet in length and weigh up to 400 pounds.

Sunfish are not considered to be endangered, but they are listed as a species of interest by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. This means that they are considered to be vulnerable to extinction due to human activities or natural changes in their environment.

Despite this designation, sunfish populations appear to be healthy overall and they are not currently facing any major threats. Hopefully, this recent catch will help to bring attention to these fascinating creatures and encourage people to learn more about them.

So Many Sunfish!

The joys of fishing in the late summer are many. The creeks and streams are still cool and the bites are hot. The trees that line these waterways offer much-needed shade on a hot day, and the leaves are just starting to turn, adding an extra splash of color to the landscape.

But by far the best part of fall fishing is the abundance of sunfish. These little scrappers put up a fight that can't be beat, and they're always eager to take a bait. You can find them in just about any creek or stream, and there seem to be more of them every year.

I love nothing more than spending a lazy afternoon wading through a creek, casting my line into every likely spot and watching for that telltale tug on the end of my line. Sunfish will bite at just about anything – worms, crickets, minnows, even flies – so it's easy to get into some fast-paced action.

And because they're such small fish, you can catch plenty of them without having to spend hours on the water. In fact, I've caught as many as 25 sunfish in a single afternoon!

If you haven't tried fishing for sunfish yet, this is the perfect time of year to give it a try. So grab your pole and head for your nearest creek or stream – you won't be disappointed.

Fisherman Finds Strange Sunfish off Coast

A fisherman in Oregon made a surprising discovery while out on the coast earlier this week when he came across a sunfish that was unlike any he had seen before.

The fish, which was about two feet long and had a strange lump on its head, was apparently so unusual that the fisherman decided to take it to the Oregon Coast Aquarium for examination. aquarium staff were likewise baffled by the find and have yet to determine what species the sunfish belongs to.

"We've been here for 20 years and I've never seen anything like that," said aquarist Jenny Swartz. "We're still trying to figure out what it is."

Sunfish are a common sight in the oceans but typically have a more streamlined body shape than the one spotted off Oregon. They are also typically darker in color, but this one was light brown with several black spots.

The aquarium is asking anyone who may have information about the fish to come forward. In the meantime, they are keeping it in quarantine as they continue their efforts to identify it.