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The Indian Mackerel

 


Form - Earth Unreal,
Edited by Amal Udawatta



The Indian Mackerel, or the Striped Mackerel, also known as the Atlantic mackerel, is a species of fish that is widely distributed in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This species is a fast-swimming predatory fish that belongs to the Scombridae family, which also includes tuna and bonito. It has long been a source of fascination for scientists and ocean enthusiasts alike.
The highlight of this striking picture is undoubtedly the Mackerel's wide open mouth, a window into its mesmerizing inner world. The intricate maze of its twisting intestine is exposed, a testimony to the vital role it plays in the fish's survival.
Striped mackerels are filter feeders, opening their cavernous mouths as they swim and sieving zooplankton from the water with their gill rakers, acting like a net.
It's translucent skin provides a form of camouflage, allowing it to blend in with the surrounding water and making it more difficult for predators to spot.
The Indian Mackerel, what a celebration of the diverse and wondrous creatures that call the ocean their home, a breathtaking reminder of the mysteries that still lie beneath the waves.
Text credit: Earth Unreal
Image credit: Alex Mustard (alexmustard1 on Instagram - Portfolio link in the comments).

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