Your bull shark post just made me google a thing, did not know bull sharks could live in fresh water! I guess I'm part of today's lucky 10000. Now it's time to go down a wikipedia rabbit hole

Oh, bull sharks are fascinating. They've been seen as far up the Mississippi River as Missouri, and in Australia there was a whole Incident where some ended up in the water hazards at a golf course. A superb and powerful fish.

Birds of a Feather

So, I am a photo manipulation specialist. This is an art form in which you take real photographic assets and combine them to make something new. Most people call it "photoshopping." I've actually been doing this for much longer than I've been a photographer. I think I got my first version of Photoshop in the early 2000s.

I love combining my two artistic specialties. For years I was always using assets photographed by another person. But now I can shoot a lot of my own assets and it feels much more satisfying.

However I always have this weird guilt when I post a manipulated photo. I warn people when I replace a sky or add stars in the night sky. I worry people will judge me for not posting a 100% authentic photograph. But I am trying to create something from inside my head and that doesn't always align with the reality in front of me.

I am not trying to trick anyone.

I'm just trying to create something cool.

So I think I'm going to stop worrying about telling people I added stars or enlarged a moon or added a flock of birds.

Though I might brag about this cool reflection I created in the water.

Look at them fancy bird squiggles!

Some of my photos may be as is. Some of them I am going to let my creativity run wild. And I may tell you if I manipulated something, but only because I think it is neat and not because I am ashamed of my artistic process.

Also, did you know the Mississippi River has sharks?

do yall got great whites in texas? cuz we got them in canada despite the uh... everything

not usually. the great whites tend to stay further out in the gulf, towards florida... i'm not sure why, but it might have something to do with the turbidity of the water from the mississippi river runoff. that's just a guess though! but the bull sharks fill that niche in their stead— i think they're even more aggressive, even though they're smaller, and they have the advantage of being able to swim upstream into brackish/fresh water, too!

HOWEVER!! a couple great white sharks were recently pinged pretty close by! one was over near the flower garden banks, a reef about a hundred miles off the coast. super interesting stuff... not close enough that anyone at the beach is going to see 'em, but definitely a notable distance from their usual range!!

DYK…

bull sharks get their name from their short, blunt snout, as well as their pugnacious disposition and a tendency to head-butt their prey before attacking. they are medium-size sharks, with thick, stout bodies and long pectoral fins.

bull sharks can survive in freshwater for long periods of time. they have even been found in the mississippi and amazon rivers. they prefer shallow coastal water, which means they can often come into contact with humans.

what's a factoid that makes you happy?

i took a while to answer this because i couldn't think of one but i knew there were plenty. anyway, a factoid that makes me happy is that bull sharks are euryhaline, which means they can adapt to a wide range of salinities, and often they hang out in fresh water. owing to this they have a tendency to swim up rivers like the mississippi. the furthest inland recorded sighting of a bull shark was somewhere in illinois! :> lake nicaragua is a freshwater lake. in. nicaragua. hard to believe i know. that also happens to be home to a population of bull sharks. aint that cool. good for them.

Facts of the Day: 🦈Bull Sharks🦈

Scientific Name: Carcharhinus leucas

Length: 7 feet to 11 feet on average

Weight: Between 200 lbs and 500 lbs, max weight on record is 1000lbs

Lifespan: About 16 years old

Reproduction: They are viviparous and give birth to live young with around 1 to 13 pups per litter.

Diet: Fish, other sharks, marine mammals, birds, turtles, crustaceans, stingrays, or literally anything they can fit in their mouths including garbage.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical shallow waters worldwide

Status: Near threatened

Summary: Bull sharks are a highly aggressive species of shark, so much so that it’s believed the original story of the book behind Jaws was about a series of bull shark attacks. This species is also known to be fully capable of breaching fresh water and swimming upstream. Bull sharks have been located 2,294 miles up the Amazon River in Peru and 700 miles up the Mississippi River in the United States. Due to their ability to travel up freshwater rivers this shark has a wide diet of any prey they can fit into their vicious jaws. Those jaws actually have the most powerful bite out of all sharks, clocking in at 1,350 psi per square inch. In comparison, the average human jaw bites at a force of 120 to 160 psi. This means this shark’s bite force is among the top ten strongest bites in the animal kingdom!

Fun asks to lighten your mood Rainy? Say less

Did you know

That the Great Lakes have currents as strong as the oceans

That the Mississippi River sometimes contains sharks

That you are awesome amazing fantastic

That your brain remembers things more (like studying or the rules of a game) after you do an activity for about 2 hrs and then take a break to come back to it later

That video game music, instrumental, helps you study/focus

That rain is my fav type of weather so your user is my fav

Did that lighten the mood moot? Hope your classes aren't that difficult 😵‍💫

Hoodie! Hello hello! I can always count on you to lighten the mood, friend. Really, you're the best. Now I'll see if I know all your fun facts!

I actually did know about the Great Lakes' currents. I live very near them, so I've got some unfortunate first-hand experience!

I didn't know the Mississippi had sharks, but remind me to never ever go near it now because I'm irrationally terrified of sharks. It's part of the talassophobia, I believe.

I'm awesome amazing fantastic? Awww, if that's really a fact, it's a very fun one indeed. I hope you know you're awesome amazing fantastic right back (It is a scientifically confirmed fact)

Huh! I'll have to try that one! I've heard the exercising between study sessions works well. I'll have to incorporate many more breaks into my schedule. You have very convenient fun facts!

Yes! I have an entire big playlist on Youtube of good Zelda music to listen to while I'm working. I love the Zelda game soundtracks with my entire heart. And you seem like more of a Kirby person, but I hope we can have Nintendo franchise solidarity.

Awwww rain is my favorite weather too, which is why my user (and secret internet name) is Rainy! And foodiewithdahoodie is an awesome user too, just sayin. I can't say foodie is my favorite weather, although.

Alright, that's all. And yes! It lightened the mood immensely, good friend! Fun asks make me so happy. I feel ready to take on the world! Maybe I'll sign up for double the courses now! (jkjk I'd never ever). You're much appreciated forever and always, mootiewithdahoodie (see what I did there?)

1000000 hugs for you and I hope you see the most beautiful sunrise tomorrow morning <333333

Good morning! I hope you slept well and feel rested? Currently sitting at my desk, in my study, attired only in my blue towelling robe, enjoying my first cuppa of the day. Welcome to Too Much Information Tuesday.

There is a Mt. Clitoris in the Philippines.

In 1999, the president of Niger was Major Wanke.

30% of objects left in hotel rooms are sex toys.

Your hair grows more quickly when you’re anticipating sex.

At any one time, 45 million people in the world are drunk.

Generally, most peoples’ lips are the same colour as their nipples.

The Japanese word ‘kareishu’ describes the smell of old people.

Turning up the music in a bar by 22% makes people drink 26% faster.

Whoopi Goldberg got her nickname from her childhood flatulence.

More than one-third of men using dating sites are already married.

In London, women over 40 are giving birth at twice the rate of teenagers.

It takes a male flea six to eight hours to unfold all the different parts of its penis.

Until it closed in 2019, South Africa’s largest baobab tree contained its own pub.

Sharing an article makes you think you know more, even if you didn't actually read the article.

Shark Bay in Australia is now called Safety Beach. It changed its name to attract tourists.

Gorgone macarea is an Amazonian moth known for subsisting solely on the tears of sleeping birds.

Early Arabic texts refer to cannabis as ‘the bush of understanding’ and ‘the shrub of emotion’.

A bite from the Brazilian wandering spider results in an erection that lasts for several hours.

In 1423, London mayor Dick Whittington established a 128-seater toilet that hung over the River Thames.

Johnny Cash’s daughter Roseanne was named after Rose and Anne, his nicknames for his wife’s breasts.

A polling company in the USA once found 4% of Americans responded, “Yes!” to “Have you been decapitated?”

In 1879, the Belgian city of Liège commissioned 37 cats to deliver mail to nearby villages. The project was a complete failure.

In 2009, an anti-kidnapping expert in Mexico was kidnapped, after giving a lecture on 'How Not To Be Kidnapped In Mexico'.

On April 28, 1988, the roof of an Aloha Airlines jet ripped off at 24,000 feet, but the plane still managed to land safely.

In 1926, mystery writer Agatha Christie disappeared for 11 days. When found, she claimed to have no memory of the missing days.

Researchers believe women prefer larger penises during one night stands, but something a bit smaller for long term relationships.

A Mississippi social worker, Georgia Tann (born 1891), stole more than 5000 children from poor families and sold them to the rich.

In Ancient Greece, small penises were celebrated and seen as a sign of high intelligence and self-control. Men with large penises were seen as grotesque, laughable and barbaric.

Lockdowns in 2020 were identifiable on seismologists’ sensors because humans stopped making the Earth wobble so much by moving about.

In December, some Japanese people go to BŌNENKAI, ‘forget the year’ parties. Attendees eat and drink to forget the bad things that happened during the year.

In 1997 Frédéric Bourdin, a 23-year-old French conman, impersonated Nicholas Barclay, a missing 16-year-old Texan boy, and spent nearly five months living with his family.

A smock or naked marriage was an 18th-century custom in some parts of Britain and the US where a widow would be freed of her dead husband’s debt if she remarried with very few or no clothes on.

In 1951, a 21-year-old Clint Eastwood was on board a plane that crashed into the sea but, no problem for Clint, who successfully escaped and swam three miles through shark-infested waters to safety.

William Whipple, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, eventually freed his slave because he believed one cannot simultaneously fight for freedom and hold another person in bondage.

Harrison Okene spent 60 hours underwater in darkness after his boat capsized 20 miles off the coast of Nigeria and sank to the bottom of the ocean. He was discovered alive by divers who were sent to recover dead bodies.

On the set of ‘The Terminator’, Arnold Schwarzenegger argued with the director James Cameron over the line “I’ll be back”. Schwarzenegger believed that a robot wouldn’t abbreviate so wanted the line to be “I will be back”.

In 2003, Elm Park - where a gang problem meant train drivers were too scared to stop - became the first London tube station to try the classical music approach. Within 18 months, robberies fell 33 per cent, assaults on staff 25 per cent and vandalism 37 per cent.

In 1859, a book review in The Economist stated, “Novels by male authors are more in keeping with the natural world, and … are more delightful as well as more profitable than the best novels by women.” The book was ‘Adam Bede’ by George Eliot.

Okay, that’s enough information for one day. Have a tremendous and tumultuous Tuesday! I love you all.

I watch waaaay too much Shark Week. :D Here's another fun fact:

Did you know that bullsharks have been found as far up as well over 1,000+ miles in the Mississippi river? :D Did you know that albeit the great white featured in Jaws.... It was actually Bullsharks giving them the bad rep? :D As most attacks happened in brackish/fresh water!

Bet you can't guess who was to actually blame for those now eh? XD

But for real, I was hoping you'd give a shout out to our finny pals as most are hitting the endangered/highly endangered mark. :( Some we may lose as early as 2030 ;~;. Which leads me to my next question: Are you aware of what is happening to the many frogs of the amazon?

First of all, I actually did know about the bullsharks going up the Mississippi River! I didn’t know it was bullsharks, but I did know sharks have been seen in the river.

Sharks are becoming endangered? Really? Oh wow, I didn’t know that. Wow that’s crazy. I never thought sharks would hit that mark…

I know the Amazon is a mess because we humans are pretty dumb, so I’m guessing the frogs are losing their homes and dying out.

Bull Shark

Name: Bull Shark 

Species: Carcharhinus leucas

Class: Chondrichthyes

Size: 7.5 - 11 feet, 200 - 500 pounds

Habitat: Shallow coastal waters and freshwater deltas

Victims per year: 72

Fatalities per year: 11

Conservation status: Near Threatened

While it may not be the main character in Jaws!, the bull shark can still be named as one of the most deadly sharks. The bull shark is part of the “big three” or the sharks that are most common to attack humans and cause fatalities. The “big three” includes the great white, the tiger, and the bull. Unlike the rest of the three, the bull shark is able to survive in freshwater, often being spotted in the Amazon and Mississippi rivers. The bull shark also commonly lurks in coastal shallow waters all over the globe where most beachgoers tend to swim. So if you ever find yourself wading in the warm waters of Florida and happen to put your head under the water and see a shark with these characteristics, maybe it’s time to try skiing instead. The most common defining characteristic of a bull shark is the way its body is shaped. The bull shark is more bulky and more “chubby” than other species. The height to width ratio is  less in the bull shark than other slimmer sharks. Bull sharks also tend to have shorter and blunt snouts. Like many other sharks, the bull shark displays discoloration, where the top part of the body is a darker shade than the bottom. 

Other than its proximity to civilization, the bull shark has other characteristics that may make it a less friendly encounter than one with its family member, the basking shark. The bull shark possesses rows and rows of needle-shaped teeth that are used to pierce through fish, dolphins, and anything else that is unfortunate enough to come into contact with this chubby killer. With a bite force of 6,000 newtons, the bull shark can cut through bone and tear off whole limbs. Other than the major lacerations, the bull shark’s teeth are not very clean. While it may be the least of your concerns when your arm isn’t connected to the rest of your body anymore, the bull shark’s teeth is coated with tons of bacteria that may be problematic when they enter the human blood stream. This bacteria can cause life-threatening infections like sepsis. So what do you do when get bitten? 

Getting immediate help is crucial to help a victim survive. Stopping the bleeding by applying pressure to the affected area. Elevating the bleeding part of the body. It’s easier to avoid the bull shark than it is to get bitten and have to probably get airlifted off the beach. Paying attention to beach signs and flags symbolizing dangerous marine life and observing the surrounding can mean the difference between life and death. Avoid swimming in murky water, fresh or salt, and avoid swimming where rivers meet the oceans as these are the places where bull sharks and other unpleasant creatures tend to lurk. Avoid swimming after dark or in the early morning because many sharks are more active at night. Do not get into water when you see a bunch of birds diving into the water; this could mean that there is something or someone feeding under the water. Do not get into water when you see a shark fin or are bleeding. And most importantly, if you do see a bull shark coming toward you, be prepared to fight. Aiming for the eyes and gills could spare you a hand or foot. 

While sharks, in general, may seem like these scary creatures, many of their numbers are rapidly declining. Shark fins are often used for Shark Fin Soup, where sharks are finned and throw back into the water to drown. Sharks often get trapped in fishing nets and drown as sharks need to keep swimming to get oxygen from water. Sharks, like many other marine animals, are losing their habitats due to pollution and global warming. Many sharks have been seen moving north due to rising water temperatures. If shark populations keep declining, whole ecosystems could collapse and might mean the end of our oceans as we know it. 

Happy Shark Week! <3

The Mississippi Great White River Shark

This totally unaltered photo is a rare capture of the great white river shark. The same species that killed Mark Twain. He decided to take a swim in the river he loved. He was warned not to dive past 12 feet—the depth at which these beasts prefer to hunt and eat.

To which he replied, "Mark Twain goes full mark twain or he don't go at all."

Mississippi River Sharks (2017) #review

Exploring the Fascinating World of Salmon and Sturgeon Species

Introduction

Salmon and sturgeon are among the most fascinating and important species in aquatic ecosystems. These fish are not only vital for the environment but also hold significant value in culinary and cultural aspects. This comprehensive guide explores the different types of salmon and sturgeon, their characteristics, habitats, and uses.

Types of Salmon

1. Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar)

Characteristics: Known for its silvery skin and spotted back.

Habitat: Native to the North Atlantic Ocean.

Culinary Uses: Highly prized for its tender, flavorful flesh.

2. Pacific Salmon

Chinook Salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha): Largest of the Pacific salmon, valued for its high-fat content.

Coho Salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch): Known for its mild flavor and firm texture.

Sockeye Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka): Distinctive for its bright red flesh and rich flavor.

Pink Salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha): The most abundant but smallest in size, often canned or smoked.

Chum Salmon (Oncorhynchus keta): Recognized for its pale flesh and lower fat content, commonly used in frozen and canned products.

3. Freshwater Salmon

Kokanee Salmon: A landlocked form of Sockeye, found in freshwater lakes.

Masu Salmon: Native to Japan, unique for its cherry blossom-colored flesh.

Types of Sturgeon

1. Beluga Sturgeon (Huso huso)

Characteristics: One of the largest freshwater fish, known for producing the finest caviar.

Habitat: Found primarily in the Caspian and Black Seas.

2. Atlantic Sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus)

Characteristics: Noted for its bony plates and elongated body.

Habitat: Native to the eastern coast of North America.

3. Lake Sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens)

Characteristics: Recognized by its shark-like tail and rounded snout.

Habitat: Inhabits the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins.

Culinary and Cultural Significance

Both salmon and sturgeon hold immense culinary value. Salmon is celebrated for its versatility in dishes, from sushi to grilled preparations. Sturgeon, especially for its roe, is a delicacy in many cultures, symbolizing luxury and fine dining.

Conservation Efforts

Conservation of these species is crucial due to overfishing and habitat loss. Sustainable practices and regulations are essential for their survival.

FAQs

What is the difference between Atlantic and Pacific salmon?

Atlantic salmon are typically larger and have a more pronounced flavor, while Pacific salmon are known for their variety and rich, fatty textures.

Can sturgeon be found in freshwater and saltwater?

Yes, some sturgeon species are anadromous, migrating between freshwater and saltwater environments.

Is caviar only produced by sturgeon?

While sturgeon caviar is the most renowned, other fish like salmon also produce roe used in cuisine.

Conclusion

Understanding the types of salmon and sturgeon is crucial for appreciating their role in ecosystems and gastronomy. Conservation efforts are vital to ensure these species continue to thrive for future generations.

pov im sitting in my bed with a tragically high concentration of cat litter in it reeling bc i just conked out super hard unexpectedly for like 4 hours and i dreamt about getting mauled by tiktok star owned pool-bound great white sharks and i wake up and my roommate's boyfriend is talking about how nice her ass looks and i just want to go back to sleep and not hear this but i can't get to sleep and i don't wanna fake wake up bc it feels a little late at this point and because i feel a little awkward getting in their way just sitting in my corner of the room not talking bc they're cute and i want them to flirt and stuff just not here and also while they think im asleep like im so sorry but please go fuck in a car or something. kick me out throw me in the river even i just don't want to be here while y'all get sloppy verbal-style. if you need me i'll be floating down the mississippi where you put me. kind regards,

🚢 Unveiling History's Deadliest Shipwrecks 🌊

When we think of shipwrecks, images of sunken treasure, ghostly vessels, and epic adventures often come to mind. However, beneath the allure of these maritime mysteries lies a grim reality: history is dotted with some of the deadliest shipwrecks, claiming thousands of lives and leaving behind haunting stories that still send shivers down our spines. Let's dive deep into the turbulent waters of history to unveil some of the most harrowing tales of shipwrecks.

The Titanic Tragedy 🚢 The RMS Titanic, often dubbed "unsinkable," met its tragic fate in 1912 when it struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage. Over 1,500 lives were lost in one of the most famous shipwrecks in history.

The Wilhelm Gustloff 🌊 This German cruise ship was torpedoed by a Soviet submarine in 1945, resulting in the deaths of approximately 9,000 passengers and crew, making it the deadliest shipwreck in terms of lives lost.

The Lusitania ⚓ A German submarine sank the British ocean liner RMS Lusitania in 1915, leading to the loss of nearly 1,200 lives, including 128 Americans, which influenced the U.S. entry into World War I.

The USS Indianapolis 🇺🇸 The USS Indianapolis met a tragic end during World War II when it was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Over 800 crew members lost their lives in shark-infested waters.

The Empress of Ireland 🇨🇦 In 1914, this Canadian passenger liner collided with another ship and sank in the St. Lawrence River. More than 1,000 people perished, making it one of Canada's deadliest maritime disasters.

The Dona Paz 🇵🇭 In 1987, the MV Dona Paz collided with an oil tanker in the Philippines, resulting in a catastrophic fire. Around 4,000 people lost their lives in one of the deadliest peacetime maritime tragedies.

The MV Le Joola 🇸🇳 The Senegalese ferry MV Le Joola capsized in 2002, claiming the lives of over 1,800 passengers and crew members. It remains one of the deadliest non-military shipwrecks in history.

The Sultana 🚢 The steamboat Sultana exploded on the Mississippi River in 1865, killing an estimated 1,800 people, most of whom were Union soldiers returning home after the Civil War.

The Royal Charter 🇬🇧 A violent storm wrecked the Royal Charter off the coast of Wales in 1859, resulting in the deaths of around 450 passengers and crew members.

The Toya Maru 🇯🇵 In 1954, the Japanese ferry Toya Maru sank during a typhoon, claiming over 1,150 lives in one of Japan's worst maritime disasters.

These shipwrecks serve as chilling reminders of the perils faced by seafarers throughout history. While some were due to natural disasters or war, others were caused by human error or engineering flaws. Each tragedy has left an indelible mark on history, drawing us closer to the eerie mysteries of the deep sea.

In the age of modern navigation and advanced safety measures, we remember these shipwrecks not only as cautionary tales but also as testaments to the resilience of the human spirit. 🌟

Here’s the script for The Shoes Swim Away!

One sunny day, the Little Einsteins and I were going fishing in the Mississippi River. Annie was relaxing under a tree while June was relaxing by the riverbank with her feet in the water. Suddenly, a strong river current caused June’s ballet slippers to come off her feet! When she woke up, she gasped! Her ballet slippers were gone! I told her that we were gonna help her get her ballet slippers back. So the got on board Rocket and took to the sky. I followed along on a raft, just like Huckleberry Finn. The current was moving the raft along pretty quickly. Rocket wanted to use his backup booster to catch up, but Leo said they didn’t wanna overtake me. But Rocket’s Backup Booster accidentally made them go fast backwards all the way to Green Bay. But they flew back to the Mississippi River. We saw June’s shoes drifting through the water current. June activated Rocket’s Clapper Catcher. She moved the joysticks and tried to grab her shoes, but Rocket kept on missing. June began to get angry. She got so mad, she kicked Rocket’s interior! But because she wasn’t wearing any shoes, she stubbed her toe! Her foot was red and swollen. She apologized to her friends for getting mad. Then Quincy saw me and the raft go through a tunnel. So Rocket turned into a boat and used his headlights to shine his way through. When we got through the tunnel, I got on board Rocket and we saw the slippers were heading to the Gulf of Mexico. And there swimming in the Gulf of Mexico was a tiger shark! Known as the waste basket of the sea, it’ll eat anything like bottles and cans and even shoes! Quickly, Rocket went super fast to get the the Gulf of Mexico in time. Then June had an idea. She activated the Clapper Catcher again. But this time, Rocket set his Clapper Catcher to split second timing mode. They waited for the right moment, until I shouted “Now!” And they caught the shoes just in time! The tiger shark moaned and swam away to find something else to eat. As June put her shoes back on, she hugged me and thanked me. And I said without her slippers, she would be de-feet-ed! Everyone laughed at my joke and Leo said “Mission completion!” The end.