Fine Art Print : Dolphins hunting mackerel C014 / 1786
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Dolphins hunting mackerel C014 / 1786
Short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) 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 9272131
© CHRISTOPHER SWANN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Animal Behaviour Atlantic Ocean Azores Bait Ball Baitball Balled 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 Shoal Shoaling Short Beaked Common Dolphin Spherical Strategy Trachurus Picturatus Underwater
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the breathtaking underwater spectacle with our Fine Art Print of 'Dolphins Hunting Mackerel C014 / 1786' by Christopher Swann, exclusively from Media Storehouse. Witness the short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) in action as they skillfully herd blue jack mackerel (Trachurus picturatus) into a bait ball. This stunning image, brought to you by Science Photo Library, captures the dynamic interplay between these two marine species. Bring the vibrant colors and energy of the ocean into your home or office with this exquisite fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 wild as Short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) engage in a thrilling hunt for blue jack mackerel (Trachurus picturatus). The mackerel have cleverly formed a bait ball, an ingenious defensive maneuver employed by schooling fish to confuse and deter predators. This tactic makes it increasingly challenging for the dolphins to single out individual prey. However, this spectacle also attracts the attention of other cunning predators who have learned how to exploit such opportunities. Photographed in the stunning Azores region, this image showcases not only the beauty of nature but also highlights fascinating animal behavior. The dolphins work together seamlessly as they navigate through the water with precision and grace, employing strategic hunting techniques honed over generations. The underwater scene is filled with energy and anticipation as multiple species converge around this spherical formation of fish. It serves as a testament to both predator and prey's instinctual survival strategies within our vast Atlantic Ocean. Christopher Swann's remarkable photography transports us into an enchanting world where marine biology unfolds before our eyes. Through his lens, we witness firsthand how animals interact and adapt within their natural habitat—a true testament to the wonders of wildlife coexistence.
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