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Sunfish Collection (#2)

The sunfish, also known as Mola mola or Ocean Sunfish, is a fascinating creature found in the North Atlantic Ocean

Background imageSunfish Collection: Source Size = 2587 x 1473

Source Size = 2587 x 1473
Sunfish, Caught Off Cork Harbour

Background imageSunfish Collection: Premium Falstaff Beer Postcard. ca. 1954, Old Cawlija, is a five pound black bass caught by Clyde

Premium Falstaff Beer Postcard. ca. 1954, Old Cawlija, is a five pound black bass caught by Clyde Cutrer of Hammond, Louisiana. He eats from his hand and drinks Falstaff Beer from the can

Background imageSunfish Collection: Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) dead adult, washed up on beach, Eccles-on-sea, Norfolk, England, December

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) dead adult, washed up on beach, Eccles-on-sea, Norfolk, England, December

Background imageSunfish Collection: Opah, 19th century artwork C013 / 6322

Opah, 19th century artwork C013 / 6322
Opah (Lampris guttatus). Plate 39 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Background imageSunfish Collection: Ocean Sunfish DSE 34 Mola mola © Douglas David Seifert / ardea. com

Ocean Sunfish DSE 34 Mola mola © Douglas David Seifert / ardea. com
DSE-34 Ocean SUNFISH found in all tropical and temperate oceans Mola mola Douglas David Seifert contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageSunfish Collection: Longear Sunfish

Longear Sunfish
KEL-1530 Longear SUNFISH Great Lakes to Mexico Lepomis megalotis Ken Lucas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageSunfish Collection: Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) adult, swimming, Batu Abah, Nusa Penida, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) adult, swimming, Batu Abah, Nusa Penida, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Background imageSunfish Collection: Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) adult, with butterflyfish feeding on ectoparasites from skin, Batu Abah

Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola) adult, with butterflyfish feeding on ectoparasites from skin, Batu Abah, Nusa Penida, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Background imageSunfish Collection: Pumpkinseed Bluegill / Sun Fish LA 71 Lempomis gibosis © J. M. Labat / ARDEA LONDON

Pumpkinseed Bluegill / Sun Fish LA 71 Lempomis gibosis © J. M. Labat / ARDEA LONDON
LA-71 Pumpkinseed Bluegill / Sunfish Lepomis gibosis Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageSunfish Collection: Longear Sunfish Mississippi River basin Fam: Centrarchidae

Longear Sunfish Mississippi River basin Fam: Centrarchidae
KEL-662 Longear Sunfish Mississippi River basin Lepomis megalotis Fam: Centrarchidae Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway




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The sunfish, also known as Mola mola or Ocean Sunfish, is a fascinating creature found in the North Atlantic Ocean. This unique species, captured beautifully by Douglas David Seifert in his photograph titled "Globefish and Sunfish, " showcases the mesmerizing beauty of these creatures. Among the various types of the Slender Sunfish, scientifically named Ranzania laevis. Its slender body shape sets it apart from its counterparts and adds to its charm. The engraving titled "Sun-Fish captured at Catalan Bay, Gibraltar" depicts one such slender sunfish caught off Cork Harbour. With their distinctive appearance and captivating patterns, it can often compared to other fish species like the white-spotted puffer and starry globefish. These enigmatic creatures never fail to amaze us with their uniqueness. However, it's important to note that despite their allure, sunfish face vulnerability due to various factors affecting their habitat. The engraving featuring an Ocean Sunfish reminds us of this delicate balance between nature and human impact. Whether you call them Mola mola or simply refer to them as sunfish, these magnificent creatures continue to captivate our attention with their extraordinary features. From their peculiar shapes to their vulnerable existence in our oceans - they truly are a wonder worth cherishing.