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Why Are Fish Territorial? Did you know that many fish are territorial? They're not just floating around aimlessly. They're defending resources like food and space, nests, mates, and even their young. It's this wide range of behaviors that makes fish so fascinating. Some fish don't just spawn and forget about their offspring. They stick around to defend their fry. This is just one of the many intriguing aspects of aquatic life. Dive deeper with us at Dr. Tim's Aquatics. Share this video if you found these fish facts fascinating! Don't forget to follow us at Dr. Tim's Aquatics for more insights. #FishBehavior #AquaticLife #DrTimsAquatics

We got to see an Australian Saltwater Crocodile at feeding time at Hartley's Crocodile Adventure. The Australian saltwater crocodile, scientifically known as Crocodylus porosus, is the largest living reptile and terrestrial predator in the world. These formidable creatures can grow up to 20 feet long, with some exceptional specimens reaching lengths of 22 feet. Saltwater crocodiles possess an incredibly powerful bite, with a measured force of 3,700 pounds per square inch (psi). This bite force is the highest ever recorded among living animals, surpassing even that of great white sharks. Their immense jaw strength allows them to dominate various aquatic habitats, including mangrove swamps, estuaries, and lower stretches of rivers. Due to their size, power, and widespread distribution, saltwater crocodiles are considered one of the most dangerous animals on Earth. #SaltwaterCrocodile #CrocodylusPorosus #HartleysCrocodileAdventure #Tauck #TauckTours #TouronTour #RoamingBoomers #Crocodile

Bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) are a potentially dangerous species of shark to be in the water with. Their common name not only refers to their stout appearance, but was also given to describe their nature, as bull sharks can be potentially aggressive. However, as you can see from this footage, if you are well-trained and take precautions, bull sharks can be a delight to see in the wild. Whilst they can be seen worldwide in warm, shallow coastal waters, bull sharks can also be found in some surprising places…. Their ability to tolerate a broad range of salinities (aka “euryhaline”) – from salty oceanic waters, to brackish estuaries and even fresh water – means they can also also be found far inland in rivers and lakes, where they sometimes surprise swimmers. Bull sharks are easy to identify, as they are broader and stockier than many of their close relatives, and have a small, broad, flat snout. They do not have an interdorsal ridge and their second dorsal fin is smaller then the first. One of the largest of all the requiem sharks, bull sharks reach sizes up to 4 metres from nose to tail. The females reach larger sizes than the males, as this species is “viviparous” (live bearing), and the female must gestate a litter of up to thirteen pups for around 12 months before giving birth in shallow, coastal lagoons.

Have you heard the cries of cicadas yet this spring? Some parts of the country are set to see one of the largest cicada emergences in recent history, which may have some positive impacts on certain game species. Learn more in this article on the Turkeys For Tomorrow blog!

Discover how GF partners with the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA to maintain ideal conditions for over 1.2 million gallons of aquatic exhibits! Using GF’s innovative Signet flow, pH, and salinity sensors, to keep each unique habitat thriving. Dive into our collaborative journey and learn how we’re exceeding water quality standards! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJt3tRGF #GF #GFPipingSystems #AquariumofthePacific #WaterQuality 

Discover how GF partners with the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA to maintain ideal conditions for over 1.2 million gallons of aquatic exhibits! Using GF’s innovative Signet flow, pH, and salinity sensors, to keep each unique habitat thriving. Dive into our collaborative journey and learn how we’re exceeding water quality standards! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gt84w7es #GF #GFPipingSystems #AquariumofthePacific #WaterQuality 

Winter is a prime time to spot common and rare bird species as they move through your area. Consider lending a hand (or wing) to these feathered friends to help them survive the winter. Learn about seven common winter bird species and how you can help them: https://nature.ly/41Rj7TF

In the latest Legacy in Action, Tom Ndekezi explores a mobile aquarium transforming marine education in the prairies. The Aquatic Biosphere Project's travels bring aquatic life to classrooms, aiming to create a deeper understanding and connection between people and the underwater world. Read the latest issue: https://lnkd.in/g7t4zkQf #ECF #YEG #LegacyinAction #Underthesea

We recently worked with Lancashire Wildlife Trust to create a video which explains the process of Peat bog rewetting. Peat bogs absorb and reduce carbon in the atmosphere (which is a good thing for planet earth), and the process of rewetting them is quite complicated (hence the explanatory video). Check out the video to learn about the process of peat bog rewetting:

Learn all about identifying the two native oak trees and spotting signs of acute oak decline with Forest Research #HostOfTheMonth series