Australian University Study Uncovers Massive Trevally Schools Feeding on Whale Shark Baitfish

At Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia, whale sharks are frequently seen swimming amidst swarms of small carangid baitfish, roughly 10cm in size. These tiny fish were previously believed to accompany the massive sharks for protective reasons. However, research conducted by Murdoch University’s Harry Butler Institute has unveiled startling revelations. Large schools of trevally, exceeding 30cm … Continue reading Australian University Study Uncovers Massive Trevally Schools Feeding on Whale Shark Baitfish