August 19 2021

The AMAZING Ocean Sunfish!

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Ocean sunfish are often a common sight off Cape Cod during late summer and early fall. Cape Cod Bay and the Canal seem to be hotspots for these curious animals.

The following video was filmed in Cape Cod Bay during September of 2019. I figured I would share this video today as a reminder for everyone to keep an eye out for ocean sunfish while boating.

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Plus these fish are just downright AMAZING!

I have been fascinated by ocean sunfish (also called mola molas) ever since I was a kid.

Please click play below to watch! 👇

What do you think?

Let me know by commenting below!

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Ryan Collins

Ryan Collins founded My Fishing Cape Cod to share his lifelong passion for the region's exceptional fisheries. Growing up on Cape Cod's beaches and fishing since kindergarten, Ryan transformed his love for the sport into one of New England's most trusted fishing media platforms and membership communities. Based in Bourne, Massachusetts, he produces educational content that helps thousands of anglers experience Cape Cod's world-class fishing while promoting sustainable practices and marine conservation. For Ryan, being on the water remains the ultimate reward—catching fish is simply a bonus.

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  • I saw one just this week 9/28/2022. Very cool to watch it right off shore “flapping” its dorsal fin for about 10-25 minutes. We were fascinated.

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