Massive, rare fish from South Pacific washes ashore in Oregon

Massive, rare fish from South Pacific washes ashore in Oregon

Source: The Associated Press

6/10/2024

Massive, rare fish from South Pacific washes ashore in Oregon

Credit: Tiffany Boothe / Seaside Aquarium via AP

A massive rare fish thought to only live in temperate waters in the southern hemisphere has washed up on Oregon’s northern coast, drawing crowds of curious onlookers intrigued by the unusual sight.

The 7.3-foot (2.2 meter) hoodwinker sunfish first appeared on the beach in Gearhart on Monday, the Seaside Aquarium said in a media release.

It was still on the beach on Friday and may remain there for weeks, the aquarium said, as it is difficult for scavengers to puncture its tough skin.

Hoodwinker sunfish

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