Description
General:
The scaleless body is covered with thick, elastic skin. The caudal fin is replaced by a rudder-like structure. Dorsal and anal fins very high with short base. Pectorals small and rounded, directed upward. Mouth very small; teeth fused to form a parrot-like beak.
Size:
Maximum length 333 cm.
Geographic Information
Ocean range (global):
Warm and temperate zones of all oceans.
Habitat description:
Pelagic.
Published depth range:
30 - 480 m
Additional Information
References
Encyclopedia of LifeTree of Life
World Register of Marine Species
National Center for Biotechnology Information
Citation:
Mola mola
((Linnaeus, 1758)) Deep-Sea Guide (DSG) at http://dsg/mbari.org/dsg/view/concept/Mola%20mola. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI). Consulted on 2024-04-24.