molidae

• Família de peixes marinhos conhecidos popularmente como peixes-lua.

A family of marine fish commonly known as ocean sunfishes.

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   A family of fish known as Molidae, which includes the ocean sunfish (Mola mola), characterized by their large, flattened bodies and lack of a true tail fin.

   Molidae

   • The Molidae family includes the heaviest known bony fish, the ocean sunfish.
   • Molidae are often seen basking at the ocean surface.
   • Researchers study Molidae to understand their unique swimming mechanics.