The
biggest secrets of our planet are still very well guarded and undiscovered:
especially life deep under the water surface. The complete extent of diversity
of life in the ocean will most likely always remain (at least partially) a
mystery for us humans. And it’s good this way for what we don’t know has a real
chance to develop further and remain undisturbed. And what surprises these
little mysteries provide.
Imagine,
you are on a sailboat sailing one of the seven seas. And as you gaze on the
crystal-clear water you see THAT!
You
are witness to a singular natural spectacle: the yearly migration of the
so-called “golden rays,” a ray species that inhabits tropical waters.
These
animals, that mostly pop up in groups of thousands, are voyaging towards warmer
realms. Naturally it’s all for love. For where they are headed is their place
of pairing and mating.
Most
of them are swimming for the warm waters of the Golf of Mexico. As they
swarm towards their destination, the water surface shimmers a wonderful gold.
For
me it’s almost like Mardi Gras underneath the water’s surface. Like an
imaginary garland or fluttering confetti. Wonderful!
The
golden rays are also called “cownose rays” because of their characteristically
curved faces. From this perspective they look like they’re smiling friendly at
you.
A
dream becomes reality: only a few people have had the privilege to go diving
with these creatures. What a wonderful and beautiful experience that this must
have been…
But careful: the
golden rays are also equipped with their genus-typical poison stingers. But
they only use these when they are seriously threatened and feel that it is a
matter of death, as a warning.
When
you were also tickled by this sight and are already planning a visit to this
yearly spectacle: let us know! I’d love to come along.
Let’s
ensure that nature’s beauty remains intact for the next generation. Pictures
that have such power, exciting astonishment, are an invaluable treasure. Share
these pictures with your friends.
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