One of the most fascinating aspects of grunion biology is their ability to spawn on land. Every year, during certain months, grunion make their way up onto sandy beaches under the cover of darkness to lay their eggs. This spawning behavior is truly unique among fish species and has captivated researchers and nature enthusiasts alike.
When the time is right, grunion gather in large numbers and ride the waves onto the shore. The females dig shallow nests in the sand using their tails, while the males wrap themselves around the females to fertilize the eggs. This synchronized spawning event is a remarkable sight to behold, as the beach becomes a flurry of activity.
Once the eggs are laid, the grunion quickly retreat back into the ocean, leaving their offspring to develop in the sandy nests. The eggs are left to incubate until the next high tide, which provides the necessary moisture for hatching. This strategy ensures that the young grunion are born into a favorable environment, increasing their chances of survival.
C 5 months ago
Now that we’re married, I’ll get fat and stop sleeping with you
californiamonty 5 months ago
Reminds me of something I read a year or so ago.
Mother: Why didn’t you do your homework?Son: I had a headache.Mother: That’s no excuse.(Father’s laughter can be heard blocks away.)
Keno21 5 months ago
If I guy can’t eat at home, he will go to a restaurant.
markkahler52 5 months ago
From here to eternity, baby!!
CaveCat87 5 months ago
One has to wonder what the grunions were doing.
Diat60 5 months ago
Wouldn’t it be a tiny bit suicidal for a couple of sharks to go on the beach?
Calvins Brother 5 months ago
Parlez-vous a humma humma!
diverleo 5 months ago
Come on Megan. Live a little
bwswolf 5 months ago
Want to pickup a few Tips …… there ……Sherman ….. ;)
MarkZuck 5 months ago
One of the most fascinating aspects of grunion biology is their ability to spawn on land. Every year, during certain months, grunion make their way up onto sandy beaches under the cover of darkness to lay their eggs. This spawning behavior is truly unique among fish species and has captivated researchers and nature enthusiasts alike.
When the time is right, grunion gather in large numbers and ride the waves onto the shore. The females dig shallow nests in the sand using their tails, while the males wrap themselves around the females to fertilize the eggs. This synchronized spawning event is a remarkable sight to behold, as the beach becomes a flurry of activity.
Once the eggs are laid, the grunion quickly retreat back into the ocean, leaving their offspring to develop in the sandy nests. The eggs are left to incubate until the next high tide, which provides the necessary moisture for hatching. This strategy ensures that the young grunion are born into a favorable environment, increasing their chances of survival.
DKHenderson 5 months ago
I wonder if Toomey has considered another child for Megan and Sherman.
lawguy05 5 months ago
Sounds like my wife :-(
eb110americana 5 months ago
So is doing it up on land, like autoerotic asphyxiation for sharks?
eddi-TBH 5 months ago
The grunions are running, but Meg is just standing there.
j.l.farmer 5 months ago
Guess he will have to live through the Grunions tonight.
WentHulk 5 months ago
Bad pick up line Sherman……………