Saturday, 31 May 2014
Brutality of Pirahnas shown as Goldfish is Ripped Apart
Friday, 30 May 2014
A Lot of Info about the Hound Needlefish
Tylosurus crocodilus crocodilus
This is one of the most widespread of the needlefishes, occurring in all three major oceans- often well offshore, including around remote island groups. This species is one of the largest of the group, growing to at least 1.5 metres in length, sometimes cited up to 2 metres. I has a relatively stout, cylindrical body and a shorter head compared with other needlefishes.
This species has been implicated in injuries and even deaths caused by startled fish leaping from the surface at night and accidentally impaling people travelling in open boats. As with other needlefishes, the hound needlefish is quite edible, but their greenish coloured bones tend to dissuade fussy eaters.
This is one of the most widespread of the needlefishes, occurring in all three major oceans- often well offshore, including around remote island groups. This species is one of the largest of the group, growing to at least 1.5 metres in length, sometimes cited up to 2 metres. I has a relatively stout, cylindrical body and a shorter head compared with other needlefishes.
This species has been implicated in injuries and even deaths caused by startled fish leaping from the surface at night and accidentally impaling people travelling in open boats. As with other needlefishes, the hound needlefish is quite edible, but their greenish coloured bones tend to dissuade fussy eaters.
A Lot of Info about the Snake Mackerel
This information is taken from "Fishes of the Open Ocean" by Julian Pepperell.
Gemplyus serpens
The snake mackerel gives its name to the family, Gempylidae. It is an elongated, sinuous fish with well set back dorsal and anal fins and a series of finlets in front of a broad, forked tail. At the other end, it has a long snout and a large mouth equipped with very large, sharp teeth. Fishes with these features which include barracuda and needlefish, are "hover predators" - meaning that when they detect prey, they remain motionless before making a sudden forward lunge to grab the prey in their, long, toothed jaws.
This is probably the most widespread of the gempylids. It occurs globally in tropical, subtropical and, less frequently temperate waters. In contrast to many of the gempylids, which are benthopelagic, the snake mackerel is often found in the surface layers of the world's oceans and is a common bycatch of oceanic longline fisheries. Catches of intermittent, single fish on a longline suggest that this is a solitary hunter.
The snake mackerel grows to a length of about 1.2 metres.
Gemplyus serpens
The snake mackerel gives its name to the family, Gempylidae. It is an elongated, sinuous fish with well set back dorsal and anal fins and a series of finlets in front of a broad, forked tail. At the other end, it has a long snout and a large mouth equipped with very large, sharp teeth. Fishes with these features which include barracuda and needlefish, are "hover predators" - meaning that when they detect prey, they remain motionless before making a sudden forward lunge to grab the prey in their, long, toothed jaws.
This is probably the most widespread of the gempylids. It occurs globally in tropical, subtropical and, less frequently temperate waters. In contrast to many of the gempylids, which are benthopelagic, the snake mackerel is often found in the surface layers of the world's oceans and is a common bycatch of oceanic longline fisheries. Catches of intermittent, single fish on a longline suggest that this is a solitary hunter.
The snake mackerel grows to a length of about 1.2 metres.
A Lot of Info About the Unicron Leatherjacket
This information is taken from "Fishes of the Open Ocean" by Julian Pepperell
Aluterus monoceros
The leatherjackets and filefishes, members of the large family Monacanthidae, are nearly all inshore or estuarine fishes. However, some, including the unicorn leatherjacket, have entered the pelagic environment via their habit of associating with floating objects such as logs and kelp.
Presumably as a result of this life-style, this is one of very few species of leatherjacket that has a global distribution. It is found on both sides of all three major oceans, and around a number of oceanic islands. Juveniles often associate with jellyfish, while adults commonly associate with floating weeds, algae and debris.
The unicorn leatherjacket can be identified by its upturned mouth and its dull gray to brown color covered on the dorsal surface by numerous small brown spots.
This is a relatively large monocanthid, growing to about 75cm and a weight of at least 2kg.
Aluterus monoceros
The leatherjackets and filefishes, members of the large family Monacanthidae, are nearly all inshore or estuarine fishes. However, some, including the unicorn leatherjacket, have entered the pelagic environment via their habit of associating with floating objects such as logs and kelp.
Presumably as a result of this life-style, this is one of very few species of leatherjacket that has a global distribution. It is found on both sides of all three major oceans, and around a number of oceanic islands. Juveniles often associate with jellyfish, while adults commonly associate with floating weeds, algae and debris.
The unicorn leatherjacket can be identified by its upturned mouth and its dull gray to brown color covered on the dorsal surface by numerous small brown spots.
This is a relatively large monocanthid, growing to about 75cm and a weight of at least 2kg.
Thursday, 29 May 2014
Sharks; Scary or Breathtaking?
Planet Earth with David Attenborough
May I suggest a channel on youtube to subscribe to; BBC WORLDWIDE. This is hosted by David Attenborough, and most of my videos recently have been his.
Wednesday, 28 May 2014
Blue Jelly Blubber
Catostylus Mosaicus
They are found in every ocean, from the epipelagic zone to the bathypelagic zone.
They do not have a brain or a central nervous system.
They are made up of 90% water.
The rest is called mesoglea.
The name "Blue Jelly Blubber" is actually just a word for jellyfish.
They are found in every ocean, from the epipelagic zone to the bathypelagic zone.
They do not have a brain or a central nervous system.
They are made up of 90% water.
The rest is called mesoglea.
The name "Blue Jelly Blubber" is actually just a word for jellyfish.
Monday, 26 May 2014
Sunday, 25 May 2014
The Textile Cone Shell
Conus Geographus
They live in rocky shores and reefs
They can grow up to 23 cm
There are 500 different species of Textile Cone Shell
They can shoot a long, harpoon-like tooth out of their mouth, which paralyses their prey
They live in rocky shores and reefs
They can grow up to 23 cm
There are 500 different species of Textile Cone Shell
They can shoot a long, harpoon-like tooth out of their mouth, which paralyses their prey
Saturday, 24 May 2014
Archerfish Hunting Tactics
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Friday, 23 May 2014
Longest fish name in the world
Humuhumu-nukunuku-a-pua'a lauwiliwilinukunukuoioi longnose butterfly fish is the longest fish name in the world.
Humpback Whale
Megaptera novaeangliae
This is one of the most famous whales in the world
They can live from 40-45 years old
They eat 2500 kg of plankton a day on average
This is one of the most famous whales in the world
They can live from 40-45 years old
They eat 2500 kg of plankton a day on average
Box Jelly
Cnidaria
They are not true jellyfish because of their shape (a box)
Their sting can seriously harm a human, and, in enough quantity, can kill
They can move six metres a minute, far more rapid then most other jellyfish
It hunts zoo plankton and small fish
They are not true jellyfish because of their shape (a box)
Their sting can seriously harm a human, and, in enough quantity, can kill
They can move six metres a minute, far more rapid then most other jellyfish
It hunts zoo plankton and small fish
Mantis Shrimp
Odontodactylus scyllarus
They live in solitude in rock formations or in burrows in the sand
The longest Mantis Shrimp is 38cm long
There are around 400 types of Mantis Shrimp worldwide
They have colour vision and their eyes are on top of two long stalks coming off their head
They can remain with the sane partner for over 20 years
Thursday, 22 May 2014
Leafy Sea Dragon
Phycodurus Eques
The Leafy Sea Dragon is a very strange looking creature. They belong to the same family as seahorses and pipefish. They grow to about 24cm. They can change colour to camoflauge themselves in the background.
The Leafy Sea Dragon is a very strange looking creature. They belong to the same family as seahorses and pipefish. They grow to about 24cm. They can change colour to camoflauge themselves in the background.
Tiger Shark
Galeocurdo cuvier
They live in the pelagic area. They live in the epipelagic, mesopelagic, and sometimes the bathopelagic. This is roughly 900 metres deep. They measure 3 to 4 metres when they are mature. They mate only once every 3 years. They are found in open water and tropical regions. Unfortunately, they are often hunted for their liver, which is a major source of Vitamin A.
They live in the pelagic area. They live in the epipelagic, mesopelagic, and sometimes the bathopelagic. This is roughly 900 metres deep. They measure 3 to 4 metres when they are mature. They mate only once every 3 years. They are found in open water and tropical regions. Unfortunately, they are often hunted for their liver, which is a major source of Vitamin A.
Dugong
Dugnong Dugon
They are found from East Africa to Australia decently near the coast
They mainly live in the epipelagic zone, and sometimes the mesopelagic zone
In the Malay language duyong means lady of the sea or mermaid. This is interesting, as a dugong is actually quite ugly.
They can be 2.4 to 3 metres
They can stay underwater 6 minutes before surfacing
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