In a recent video from the Air Jaws series, great animal advocate Chris Fallows revealed the legendary grandeur of the great white shark. Through this expedition, an impressive jump of 13 feet above the surface of the water, which occurred during an attack, was revealed by the naturalist’s cameras. The footage also showcase the spectacular intelligence of the selachimorphs.
A Record 13 Feet Jump
The initial goal of the expedition was to observe the “breaching” of a colony of white sharks. This is one of their formidable hunting techniques. The tactic consists of positioning itself at the bottom of the water, waiting for its prey and rushing at full speed to leap out of the water and grab its target.
This is how the show crew accidentally captured the record-breaking jump of a large shark soaring more than 13 feet above the water surface. Broadcasted on the Discovery Channel, the breathtaking scene amazed the entire scientific team, especially since it was a new record.
The observation of marine animals in their natural environment makes it possible to detect attack and defense tactics of any kinds. The video, titled ” The Ultimate Air Jaws Breach! | Shark Week “ , was filmed as the group of marine predators were hunting sea lions.
For their part, the preys cross the shark area in groups. Once the predator is spotted, they disperse and manage to swim safely to it. This subtle technique allows them to avoid the dangerous jaws of sharks.
Realizing the importance of this exceptional marine predator in the marine ecosystem is incredibly important. Many Internet users have reacted to the videos and images.
Besides its aesthetic aspect, this event could educate the public about ocean conservation. It draws attention to the decrease in shark population and to the urgent need to abolish certain fishing practices. In any case, this is what the Air Jaws team is hoping for.
