Study finds sharks and rays breach water for reasons including parasite removal, prey, courtship, and predator evasion.

A recent study highlights that sharks and rays breach the water for multiple reasons, including removing parasites, chasing prey, courtship, and escaping predators. Researchers reviewed over 200 studies and videos, finding manta rays and devil rays breach most frequently. The primary hypothesis for this behavior is parasite removal, with further research suggested to explore its varied functions across different species. Understanding breaching could enhance knowledge of these animals' behaviors and interactions.

September 23, 2024
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