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Picture No. 11674933
Common Dolphin with baitball (school of small bait fish) with plume of diving Cape Gannets (Morus capensis). Date
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Talk about a feeding frenzy! This incredible photo captures the perfect moment when a Common Dolphin dives into a massive baitball, surrounded by diving Cape Gannets. It's like watching an underwater ballet of predator and prey! In this action-packed scene off the coast of South Africa, these clever dolphins have rounded up a school of small baitfish as their tasty treat. With lightning-fast speed and precision, they create a swirling vortex that traps their prey in a tight ball. But wait! The show doesn't stop there. Enter the elegant Cape Gannets, gracefully plunging from above to join in on the feast. These skilled divers add an extra layer of excitement to the already chaotic scene. It's truly nature's version of synchronized swimming! The mix of species involved in this epic hunt is mind-boggling – it's like witnessing an underwater collaboration between different marine creatures. From Delphinus delphis (Common Dolphin) to Morus capensis (Cape Gannet), everyone has come together for one common goal: survival. This print reminds us just how diverse and fascinating our planet's wildlife can be. So hang it up on your wall and let yourself be transported into the thrilling world beneath the waves!
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