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It's Friday and Great barracuda time! Great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda)..... 🚀 These torpedo shaped apex predators utilise a ram feeding technique, whereby sharp bursts of speed (up to 36mph) enable them to swiftly capture prey. Barracuda have serious bites, some of which have been attributed to sharks in the past! On average they weigh 40kg and can be 2 metres in length. 🏋️ Like sharks, these fish are counter shaded for camouflage in the ocean with darker colouration on the top half of their bodies so as you look down, they match the colour of the depths. Inversely, they are lighter on the underside so that as you look up towards the light of the surface they blend in. They also have have very slender bodies and swim in a snakelike motion creating a near invisible profile when viewed head on, which assists their hunting technique. Every individual displays a unique striped pattern on the sides of their body that allows scientists to identify and monitor the same individual with minimal disturbance. From tropical to warm temperate waters, barracuda can be observed at coral reefs, rocky outcrops, mangroves, seagrass meadows, and open ocean. This barracuda was captured in Anguilla with thanks to The Governement of Anguilla, using a #BRUVS as part of the Blue Belt's Global Ocean Wildlife Analysis Network (GOWAN). Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eAVpscNZ.

Have you spotted orcas in South Africa? Port and Starboard are a pair of orcas (killer whales) known for hunting great white sharks on the coasts of South Africa. The duo were named after their dorsal fins which bend to the left and right, respectively – a rare condition in orcas. According to reports, Port and Starboard first became regular visitors to South Africa’s False Bay area in 2015, and not long after, great white shark sightings began to dwindle. While a mystery at first, it became clear to conservationists studying marine life in the area that the sharks may have fled to safer waters in fear of being killed by the orcas. In 2022, aerial footage of orcas hunting great white sharks confirmed their theory. Port and Starboard have also been spotted in locations like Gansbaai – where great whites are often sighted in the popular Shark Alley area. Our Penguin, Dolphin and Whale Conservation program in Gansbaai gives participants an opportunity to learn first-hand how encounters with orcas have affected the shark population in South Africa. Find out more about this program here: https://lnkd.in/gsu3HWdz #sharkconservation #marineconservation #sharkalley #gansbaai #orcas #killerwhale

Hundreds of mammal species are trophy hunted, among them one of the most coveted internationally regulated species is the Black Rhino. Critically Endangered species like Black Rhinos should not be trophy hunted, especially when facing ongoing and increasing threats, such as poaching and habitat loss: trophy hunting harms conservation by exacerbating the population decline of many imperiled species. On this #WorldRhinoDay, let’s celebrate this iconic and ecologically important species. Animals are NOT souvenirs! ❌ Join HSI/Europe in demanding a ban on trophy hunting imports. 👉 hsi.org/notinmyworld #HSIEurope #NotInMyWorld #RhinoDay #ProtectWildlife #StopTrophyHunting #StopTrophyHuntingImports

Q) What is the largest mammal in the world? Hippopotamus Blue Whale African Elephant White Rhino A) Blue Whale. The Blue Whale is the largest mammal in the world, growing up to a staggering 100 feet in length and weighing as much as 200 tons. These magnificent creatures have a heart that can weigh as much as a small car and can pump up to 1,500 gallons of blood per minute. They are found in all the world's oceans and are known for their unique blue-grey coloring and long, slender bodies. Blue Whales are primarily filter feeders, consuming up to four tons of krill per day. They are also capable of producing some of the loudest sounds underwater, allowing them to communicate with other whales over long distances. Despite being the largest mammal in the world, Blue Whales are considered endangered due to hunting and commercial whaling activities in the past. Today, conservation efforts are in place to ensure the survival of these amazing creatures. #DYK #FYI #FWTB #ToyeenB #TBW xo VISIT: https://lnkd.in/fh4-Rux

1. **Dietary Differences**: 🌊 Seagulls are opportunistic scavengers near water bodies, while 🌳 crows are omnivorous and may hunt or scavenge in diverse environments. 2. **Feeding Behavior**: 👀 Seagulls rely on sight to find food, whereas 🧠 crows use sight and memory to locate hidden food sources. 3. **Foraging Techniques**: 🛩️ Seagulls dive or swoop down for prey, while 🦅 crows may use stalking or ambushing. 4. **Social Behavior**: 🤝 Crows exhibit cooperative hunting, while seagulls forage alone or in loose groups. 5. **Environmental Adaptations**: 🏖️ Seagulls are adapted to coastal areas, while crows are adaptable to various environments, including urban settings. In conclusion, their hunting accuracy varies due to their unique adaptations and behaviors. 👉Follow:muhammad imran #Seagulls #Crows #HuntingStrategies #FeedingHabits #WildlifeBehavior #EnvironmentalAdaptations #BirdWatching #NatureObservation #EcosystemRoles #Biodiversity

1. **Dietary Differences**: 🌊 Seagulls are opportunistic scavengers near water bodies, while 🌳 crows are omnivorous and may hunt or scavenge in diverse environments. 2. **Feeding Behavior**: 👀 Seagulls rely on sight to find food, whereas 🧠 crows use sight and memory to locate hidden food sources. 3. **Foraging Techniques**: 🛩️ Seagulls dive or swoop down for prey, while 🦅 crows may use stalking or ambushing. 4. **Social Behavior**: 🤝 Crows exhibit cooperative hunting, while seagulls forage alone or in loose groups. 5. **Environmental Adaptations**: 🏖️ Seagulls are adapted to coastal areas, while crows are adaptable to various environments, including urban settings. In conclusion, their hunting accuracy varies due to their unique adaptations and behaviors. 👉Follow:Zulqarnain ali #Seagulls #Crows #HuntingStrategies #FeedingHabits #WildlifeBehavior #EnvironmentalAdaptations #BirdWatching #NatureObservation #EcosystemRoles #Biodiversity

1. **Dietary Differences**: 🌊 Seagulls are opportunistic scavengers near water bodies, while 🌳 crows are omnivorous and may hunt or scavenge in diverse environments. 2. **Feeding Behavior**: 👀 Seagulls rely on sight to find food, whereas 🧠 crows use sight and memory to locate hidden food sources. 3. **Foraging Techniques**: 🛩️ Seagulls dive or swoop down for prey, while 🦅 crows may use stalking or ambushing. 4. **Social Behavior**: 🤝 Crows exhibit cooperative hunting, while seagulls forage alone or in loose groups. 5. **Environmental Adaptations**: 🏖️ Seagulls are adapted to coastal areas, while crows are adaptable to various environments, including urban settings. In conclusion, their hunting accuracy varies due to their unique adaptations and behaviors. 👉Follow: Muhammad Irfan #Seagulls #Crows #HuntingStrategies #FeedingHabits #WildlifeBehavior #EnvironmentalAdaptations #BirdWatching #NatureObservation #EcosystemRoles #Biodiversity

Sri Lankan leopard 🐅 The Sri Lankan leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) is a subspecies of leopard native to Sri Lanka and is classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This elusive and majestic big cat is known for its unique adaptations and specialized hunting techniques in the diverse habitats of Sri Lanka, including tropical forests, scrublands, and grasslands. With its distinctive rosette patterns and agile nature, the Sri Lankan leopard plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of its ecosystem by preying on various species, thus regulating their populations. However, due to habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, and poaching, the population of the Sri Lankan leopard has been declining rapidly, posing a significant threat to its survival. Conservation efforts are being made to protect and conserve this iconic species through habitat preservation, anti-poaching measures, and community engagement initiatives. It is imperative that concerted efforts are made to ensure the long-term survival of the Sri Lankan leopard and its habitat for future generations to appreciate and admire this magnificent predator in the wild. #srilanka #leopard #safari #wildlife #nature #yala #srilankatours #chauffeursrilanka

Ocean Besties: Dolphins and whales 🐬🐳. Dolphins and whales are often observed together in the wild. Some of their interactions include: 💙 Cooperative hunting Some species of dolphins and whales have been seen hunting together or near each other. With both species working to herd or disorient prey, it helps give them both access to food more easily. 💙 Strength in numbers Dolphins often swim alongside larger whales (like sperm whales or humpbacks) for protection from sharks or orcas. The whales can benefit from the dolphin's advanced echolocation and alerts through their behaviour to nearby dangers. 💙 Play time! Dolphins and whales are both highly social and curious animals - and often engage in play. Whales have been spotted lifting dolphins, dolphins often play a game of chase, and they can both mimic each other. Dolphins and whales are closely related (both belonging to the order Cetacea). There's still so much we don't know about life in the ocean, and these unique connections show the the lives of all species are interlinked. ➡️ Follow The Marine Diaries for more ocean stories 🎥 Dolphin Dronedom #Symbiosis #OceanBesties #MarineBio #MarineBiology #MarineScience #Ocean #OceanScience #Oceans #Whale #Humpbackwhale #Whales #Dolphins #Dolphin #CommonDolphin

1. **Dietary Differences**: 🌊 Seagulls are opportunistic scavengers near water bodies, while 🌳 crows are omnivorous and may hunt or scavenge in diverse environments. 2. **Feeding Behavior**: 👀 Seagulls rely on sight to find food, whereas 🧠 crows use sight and memory to locate hidden food sources. 3. **Foraging Techniques**: 🛩️ Seagulls dive or swoop down for prey, while 🦅 crows may use stalking or ambushing. 4. **Social Behavior**: 🤝 Crows exhibit cooperative hunting, while seagulls forage alone or in loose groups. 5. **Environmental Adaptations**: 🏖️ Seagulls are adapted to coastal areas, while crows are adaptable to various environments, including urban settings. In conclusion, their hunting accuracy varies due to their unique adaptations and behaviors. 👉Follow: muhammad imran #Seagulls #Crows #HuntingStrategies #FeedingHabits #WildlifeBehavior #EnvironmentalAdaptations #BirdWatching #NatureObservation #EcosystemRoles #Biodiversity