Sardinops Sagax Collection

Striped marlin (Kajikia audax) hunting Sardine (Sardinops sagax) in bait ball. Magdalena Bay, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Long-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus capensis) feeding in Sardines, (Sardinops sagax) with snorkeller behind, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Striped marlin (Tetrapturus audax) feeding on Sardine (Sardinops sagax). Magdalena Bay, Baja California Sur, Pacific Ocean, Mexico

Sardine bait ball (Sardinops sagax) escaping Striped marlin (Tetrapturus audax) that is attempting to feed on them. West Coast of Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. Pacific Ocean

California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) feeding on Sardine bait ball (Sardinops sagax). West Coast of Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. Pacific Ocean

Striped marlin (Tetrapturus audax) feeding on Sardine bait ball (Sardinops sagax). West Coast of Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. Pacific Ocean

Sardines under the Boat
An incredible school of sardines (Sardinops sagax) is located at Maolboal, Philippines. Sometimes you can find it at very shallow depth

School of Pacific sardines in kelp forest, Catalina Island, California

Long-beaked common dolphin (Delphinus capensis) & snorkeler Feeding in Sardine run, Eastern Cape, SOUTH AFRICA

South African sardine (Sardinops sagax) Forming baitball, Sardine run, Eastern Cape, SOUTH AFRICA

Sailfish (Istiophorus sp. ) Feeding on sardines (Sardinops sagax), Sardine run, Eastern Cape
Sailfish (Istiophorus sp.) Feeding on sardines (Sardinops sagax), Sardine run, Eastern Cape, SOUTH AFRICA

Sailfish (Istiophorus sp. ) & bronze whaler shark (Carcarhinus brachyurus) Feeding on sardines
Sailfish (Istiophorus sp.) & bronze whaler shark (Carcarhinus brachyurus) Feeding on sardines (Sardinops sagax), Sardine run, , Eastern Cape, SOUTH AFRICA

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Witness the incredible sight of nature's predators in action. Striped marlin (Kajikia audax) gracefully hunting down their prey, the agile Sardinops sagax, in a mesmerizing bait ball off the coast of Magdalena Bay. The ocean comes alive as long-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus capensis) join in on the feast, skillfully maneuvering through schools of sardines. Even California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) can't resist indulging in this abundant food source along the West Coast of Baja California Peninsula. The Pacific Ocean becomes a battleground as striped marlin relentlessly pursue Sardinops sagax bait balls, showcasing their predatory prowess and agility. These magnificent creatures put on an awe-inspiring display that leaves spectators breathless. As if straight out of a National Geographic documentary, witness these majestic marlins feasting with unyielding determination. But it's not just about survival for these marine hunters; it's also about maintaining balance within ecosystems. School after school of Pacific sardines find refuge amidst kelp forests, creating a vibrant underwater world teeming with life and energy. Long-beaked common dolphins take advantage of this annual sardine run to fuel themselves while providing us with an unforgettable spectacle. In one extraordinary moment captured by a lucky snorkeler, Delphinus capensis and humans share the same feeding frenzy during the Sardinops sagax run, and is an experience that blurs boundaries between species and reminds us of our interconnectedness with nature. These captivating scenes remind us why we must protect our oceans and its inhabitants from human-induced threats such as overfishing and pollution. Let us cherish these moments where nature reveals its raw beauty – where striped marlin dance among swirling bait balls, long-beaked common dolphins glide effortlessly through shimmering shoals, and Sardinops sagax become both sustenance and spectacle.