Rare 7-Foot Hoodwinker Sunfish Washes Ashore in Oregon

The elusive species, previously thought to inhabit only the Southern Hemisphere, has shocked experts and intrigued beachgoers.

The 7.3-foot fish was initially mistaken for the more common ocean sunfish.
Marine biologist Marianne Nyegaard identified it as a hoodwinker sunfish from photos.
This species was discovered in 2014 and is known for its ability to evade detection.
The fish's appearance in Oregon suggests a wider habitat range than previously believed.
Thousands have flocked to see the rare specimen, which remains on the beach for now.