Calling this the great bait ball fish feeding frenzy of 2024 could be one of the greatest things to ever hear happening in the ocean. 2 million Atlantic cod feeding on 10 million capelin (out of 23 million fish).
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Luen dives into one of the largest predation events ever recorded in the ocean. Back in 2014, a staggering 10 million capelin were consumed by 2 million Atlantic cod in the Barents Sea off the coast of Norway. Discover how oceanographers from MIT and Norway used advanced acoustic technology to observe this incredible event and what it means for the future of these fish populations.
Bait ball fish feeding frenzies are an amazing part of ocean ecology.
Join us as we explore the fascinating behavior of capelin as they form massive bait balls for protection, the implications of climate change on their survival, and the delicate balance of the ocean's food web. Andrew also discusses the potential risks to capelin and cod populations due to environmental changes and fishing practices.
Whether you're a marine biology enthusiast or just curious about ocean conservation, this episode is packed with insights and information. Don't forget to share your thoughts and questions with us on social media!
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to the predation event
00:15 - Overview of the podcast and its mission
01:15 - The massive predation event in 2014
02:30 - How scientists measured the fish populations
04:00 - The behavior of capelin and their bait balls
06:00 - The implications of climate change
09:00 - The future of capelin and cod populations
12:00 - Conclusion and listener engagement
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