Poster Print : Dolphins and shearwaters hunting C014 / 1776
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Dolphins and shearwaters hunting C014 / 1776
Short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) and Corys sheerwaters (Calonectris diomedea) hunting blue jack mackerel (Trachurus picturatus). The mackerel have formed a bait ball, a defensive manoeuvre performed by schooling fish that makes it harder for the predators to pick out individuals. However, it can also draw the attention of other predators, some of which have learnt how to take advantage of the bait ball. Photographed in the Azores
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Media ID 9222457
© CHRISTOPHER SWANN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Animal Behaviour Atlantic Ocean Azores Bait Ball Baitball Balled Bird Blue Jack Mackerel Cetacean Co Operation Cooperate Cooperation Corral Defence Defending Defense Defensive Delphinus Delphis Dolphins Evasion Evasive Feeding Formation Hunting Mammal Predation Predator Prey Preying School Schooling Seabird Shoal Shoaling Short Beaked Common Dolphin Spherical Strategy Trachurus Picturatus Underwater Calonectris Diomedea Corys Shearwaters
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the breathtaking underwater world to your walls with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This stunning image, "Dolphins and Shearwaters Hunting C014 / 1776" by Christopher Swann/Science Photo Library, captures the dynamic interaction between short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) and Cory's shearwaters (Calonectris diomedea) as they work together to hunt blue jack mackerel (Trachurus picturatus). The vibrant colors and intricate details of this photograph will transport you to the depths of the ocean. This high-quality poster print is perfect for any room in your home or office, and is sure to be a conversation starter. Order yours today and bring a piece of the marine world into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.2cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a mesmerizing moment in the vast Atlantic Ocean. Short-beaked common dolphins and Corys shearwaters are seen working together to hunt down blue jack mackerel, forming an incredible display of nature's cooperative strategies. The mackerel have cleverly formed a bait ball, creating a spherical formation that serves as their defense mechanism against predators. This tactic makes it challenging for the hunters to single out individuals from the tightly packed group. However, this defensive maneuver also draws the attention of other predators who have learned how to take advantage of such opportunities. Photographed in the Azores, this image showcases not only the beauty but also the complexity of marine biology and animal behavior. The dolphins and shearwaters exhibit remarkable coordination as they navigate through the water in pursuit of their prey. In this underwater spectacle, multiple species come together in an intricate dance of survival and predation. The cetaceans' intelligence is on full display as they strategically cooperate with one another to secure their meal. Meanwhile, seabirds swoop overhead, eager to seize any chance at a feast amidst this dynamic ecosystem. Christopher Swann's lens has captured a snapshot that encapsulates both wonder and awe-inspiring natural phenomena. It serves as a reminder of just how diverse and fascinating our planet's wildlife can be when observed up close – showcasing nature's ability to adapt and thrive even in seemingly harsh environments like these deep ocean waters off the coast of Azores.
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