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13132559. Atlantic tripletail or tripletail, Lobotes surinamensis
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13132559. Atlantic tripletail or tripletail, Lobotes surinamensis
Atlantic tripletail or tripletail, Lobotes surinamensis, catching a samall fish under a dead leaf. This is a feeding strategy because of the locality of their prey items and the floating structures associated with this behaviour. They use the same strategy for defence mimic dead leaves drifting amongst flotsam at the surface or moving along the bottom with the current. Juvenile Atlantic tripletails are colored a mottled yellow, brown, and black. Adults are jet black. When it lies on its side at the surface, the tripletail is easily confused for a floating mangrove leaf. Caribbean Date
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Leaf or Fish? The Atlantic Tripletail's Clever Camouflage Trick!
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. In this incredible snapshot captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness the genius feeding strategy of the Atlantic tripletail. Known for their locality-based prey hunting, these crafty fish have found a unique way to catch their meals. Pictured here is an Atlantic tripletail catching a small fish under a dead leaf. But wait, there's more! This isn't just about food; it's also about defense. These clever creatures mimic dead leaves drifting amongst flotsam at the surface or moving along the bottom with the current to confuse predators and stay safe. Juvenile tripletails sport a stunning mottled yellow, brown, and black coloration that perfectly blends in with their surroundings. However, as they grow into adulthood, they transform into jet-black beauties. When lying on its side at the water's surface like in this print from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment collection, you can easily mistake an Atlantic tripletail for a floating mangrove leaf! So next time you're out exploring Caribbean waters or any tropical seas for that matter, keep your eyes peeled for these masters of disguise. Just remember - what may appear to be an innocent leaf could turn out to be a delicious meal swimming right beneath it!
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