Exceptional rescue operation for police officers in Volusia County in the US state of Florida: a huge moonfish was stuck on the coast, one of the officials became creative.
The officials discovered the impressive animal with its characteristic flat body shape and large eyes. In a published bodycam video you can see how a policeman tries to move the animal carefully. “It’s slimy than you think,” he commented on the meeting. After several attempts to maneuver the animal with a rope, it eventually managed to bring the fish back into the open water.
The largest bone fish in the world
The Mola Mola is considered the most difficult of all bone fishing and can weigh a maximum of £ 5000 (around 2300 kilograms). According to “National Geographic”, large specimens reach up to four meters high and three meters wide. They mainly feed on jellyfish and other soft sea organisms and live in tropical and moderate oceans worldwide.
Endangered road through fishing and plastic waste
The moonfish are classified as “threatened” by the World Natural Protection Union (IUCN). Due to the frequent proximity of the water surface, it often touches in driving nets that can violate the skin and can affect his breathing. In addition, plastic waste, in particular moving plastic bags, form a large threat because they can be confused and swallow with prey.
Rare meeting in Florida
While moonfish are often seen in regions such as California or Bali, the observations on the Florida coast are less common. Divers, however, occasionally report on meetings with these impressive marine residents.
Source: Krone
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