A giant sunfish has been spotted close to a British shoreline.
The large fish, known for its disc-like body and flapping fins, was seen swimming near the surface of the water.
Its distinctive dorsal fin was occasionally spotted breaking through the waves.
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Beachgoers were treated to the glimpse of one of the ocean’s most unusual creatures at St Ives, Cornwall, on Sunday (3 August), as reported by What’s The Jam.
The sighting was reported by National Coastwatch St Ives, who tracked the fish from their station.
It remained in view for some time before drifting back into deeper water.
Sunfish, or Mola mola, are among the heaviest bony fish in the world and are rarely seen so close to UK shores.
Despite their size, they are harmless to humans.
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