In a stunning display of underwater agility, a dolphin was filmed ambushing a flying fish at Beijiao Reef in the Xisha Islands of the Chinese mainland. Local fishermen captured the rare event while casting their nets near the reef.
The footage shows the dolphin lying in wait before lunging through the water at breakneck speed. The flying fish burst into the air, its winglike fins skimming the surface, but the dolphin’s timing and precision were unmatched, sealing the catch.
Moments like these offer a window into the complex food webs that sustain marine life in tropical reefs. They also highlight the importance of community-led observations to deepen our understanding of ocean ecosystems and predator-prey dynamics.
As interest in marine conservation and citizen science grows, this clip serves as a reminder of the ocean’s unseen dramas—and the vital role of young global citizens in documenting and protecting our blue planet.
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Rare footage of dolphin hunting flying fish captured at Beijiao Reef
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