We were amazed to see this fish frenzy near Mahenotapuku Island in the Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand. The many birds in the area took it upon them to catch as many as possible.
Fish come to the surface, even though it makes them vulnerable to birds, because they need oxygen, food, or to escape predators that herd them to the surface. While it seems counterintuitive, fish have to weigh the risks of being eaten against the benefits of accessing resources at the surface or using it as an escape tactic.
Let me start by introducing myself. I'm Frank from the Netherlands, currently sixty-eight years old and retired for over a decade already. This gives me plenty of time to spend on one of the most fascinating hobbies I have, photography. It combines really well with travelling, another.. Read more…