Naucrates Collection

Couple of Blue shark (Prionace glauca) and Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor), Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with fishing hook caught in mouth and Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor), Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Ocean sunfish (Mola mola) and Pilot fish (Naucrates sp). Tenerife, Canary Islands

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with a pair of pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) accompanied by pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) as it cruises beneath the surface of the Red Sea in the late afternoon, close to Little Brother Island

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) accompanied by a group of Pilotfish (Naucrates ductor). Rocky Island, Egypt. Red Sea

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) accompanied by pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) swimming near the surface. Santa Maria Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) and Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor), Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus), accompanied by Pilotfish (Naucrates ductor), swims towards the camera as it cruises beneath the surface of the Red Sea, close to Little Brother Island

Mackerel fishing methods, pilot fish and painted mackerel
Mackerel fishing methods: walled channels and grate to catch spawning mackerel with the tide 47a, and fishermen in boats unfurling nets to encircle a school of mackered 47b

Red band-fish, sharksucker, and remora
Red band-fish, Cepola macrophthalma 109, sharksucker, Echeneis naucrates 110, and remora, Remora remora 111. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural

Pilot fish, Naucrates ductor (pilot mackrel, Scomber ductor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Painted mackerel, bonito, bigeye scad and pilotfish
Painted mackerel, Scomberomorus regalis 1, bonito, Sarda sarda 2, bigeye scad, Selar crumenophthalmus 3, and pilotfish, Naucrates ductor 4

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) accompanied by pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) swimming near the surface. Vulnerable. Santa Maria Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Picture No. 12479169
Slender Suckerfish - Pyramids dive site, Amed, Date:

Fiji, Beqa Lagoon, Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon Obesus)

Naucrates ductor, or Pilot Fish. Date: 1863

Picture No. 11676371
Pilot Fish (composite image) Date:

Naucrates ductor, pilotfish
Ff. 86 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

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Discover the fascinating relationship between Naucrates and its ocean companions. From the vibrant waters of Pico Island to the enchanting Tenerife, these Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) have formed unique partnerships with various marine species. Witness a mesmerizing encounter as a Couple of Blue sharks (Prionace glauca) glide alongside their faithful Pilot fish off Halifax. Marvel at the graceful presence of an Ocean sunfish (Mola mola), accompanied by its loyal Naucrates sp. , in the Canary Islands. Intriguingly, even mighty predators seek solace in the company of these small but reliable allies. An Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) finds comfort amidst a group of steadfast Pilotfish, while a Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) gracefully swims alongside its trusted Naucrates ductor companions. The Azores' azure depths reveal another captivating sight – a majestic Blue shark adorned with fishing hook caught in its mouth, yet still accompanied by unwavering Pilot fish. Meanwhile, off Halifax's coast in Canada, witness how a resilient Prionace glauca shares its journey with ever-present Naucrates ductor. Not limited to sharks alone, Whitetip sharks also find camaraderie with their devoted Pilots as they navigate through vast oceans. And let us not forget about Mackerel fishing methods where pilot fish and painted mackerel create an intricate dance beneath the waves. Lastly, we delve into lesser-known alliances as Red band-fish, sharksucker and remora form unlikely trios that showcase nature's remarkable adaptability. These glimpses into the world offer just a taste of their incredible relationships within our awe-inspiring oceans. As we explore further depths and uncover more secrets hidden beneath shimmering surfaces, may we continue to appreciate these extraordinary connections forged between creatures both big and small.