tarpon , the silver king

31/03/2026

Don't forget to follow my tarpon rescue page; the time of extreme drought is approaching, and many rescues are needed.

04/12/2025

30/11/2025

tarpon , the silver king It was a collaborative effort for the restoration of the lagoon and its species in Xcalak, with positive results, thanks to those who contributed their efforts.

10/11/2025

Attacked by a predator. But it survived. Restored and released. # tarpon, tarpon , the silver king

09/11/2025

Mangroves are unique coastal ecosystems where saltwater-adapted trees thrive in intertidal zones.

They act as natural storm barriers, prevent erosion, and are vital nurseries for fish, crustaceans, and birds.

They also capture large amounts of carbon, helping to mitigate climate change. Their conservation is important for biodiversity and the well-being of coastal communities. Home to thousands of living beings.

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10/10/2025

The king shad is an important fish in the world of sport fishing and marine biodiversity. This fish is a spectacular animal due to its long lifespan, its developmental trajectory, and its ability to provide many emotions within the world of sport fishing. It is known to be a protected fish. Care must be taken when fishing to avoid injuring or even killing it.
To be successful in safe fishing and without hurting a tarpon it is important to be attentive to each jump of the fish to lower your pint of rod down, avoid sticking it to the boat to avoid blows that can cause death avoid taking it out of the sea for more than 35 seconds if it is a fish that exceeds 20 pounds avoid completely taking it out of the water do not raise it for any reason to the boat to avoid stress in the fish and suffer excess gas in the bladder
We must avoid damage to the swim bladder, which is what gives it stability in case the swim bladder has excess gas, causing the fish to roll over belly up. By handling the fish correctly, the fish will not accumulate this excess gas. Take the fish by the head, being careful not to touch its gills, and place it in the water, 123 out, 123 in, and so on, to avoid a stressed fish and release it in the best possible way.
# # Por la vida del sábalo 💙🐟
tarpon , the silver king 💙💙🐟

22/08/2025

Tres especies: el sábalo del Atlántico (Megalops atlanticus), el sábalo del Indopacífico (Megalops cyprinoides) y el macabí (Albula nemoptera). Los peces están dibujados con gran precisión, y la tabla incluye características anatómicas específicas y etiquetado en español, lo que la hace útil para pescadores o biólogos marinos que trabajan en zonas tropicales y subtropicales three species: the Atlantic Tarpon (Megalops atlanticus), the Indo-Pacific Tarpon (Megalops cyprinoides), and the Bonefish or Macabí (Albula nemoptera). The fish are drawn with detailed accuracy, and the chart includes specific anatomical features and labeling in Spanish, making it useful for fishermen or marine biologists working in the tropics or subtropics.

13/08/2025

🐟✨ El Rey Plateado del Atlántico ✨🐟

En las cálidas aguas del Atlántico, desde la costa este de Estados Unidos hasta Brasil y África Occidental, vive una auténtica leyenda marina: el sábalo atlántico o tarpón (Megalops atlanticus). Este gigante plateado puede alcanzar 2,5 metros de longitud, pesar más de 160 kilos y vivir más de 50 años.

Su cuerpo brillante, cubierto de grandes escamas plateadas, ha fascinado tanto que incluso se ha usado en joyería y para fabricar perlas artificiales. Pero no es solo belleza… ¡también es un atleta del mar! Con sus saltos acrobáticos desafía a pescadores deportivos de todo el mundo, convirtiéndose en uno de los trofeos más codiciados.

Lo más asombroso es su capacidad de respirar aire gracias a una conexión especial entre su vejiga natatoria y el esófago, lo que le permite sobrevivir en aguas con poco oxígeno, como manglares y estuarios.

En época de reproducción, una hembra de 2 metros puede liberar más de 12 millones de huevos, cuyas diminutas larvas viajan hasta zonas protegidas antes de crecer y convertirse en juveniles.

Aunque es un símbolo de fuerza y resistencia, hoy el sábalo está clasificado como especie vulnerable debido a la sobrepesca y la pérdida de hábitat. Protegerlo es garantizar que este rey plateado siga brillando en los mares 🐟✨ The Silver King of the Atlantic ✨🐟

In the warm waters of the Atlantic, from the east coast of the United States to Brazil and West Africa, lives a true marine legend: the Atlantic tarpon (Megalops atlanticus). This silvery giant can reach 2.5 meters in length, weigh more than 160 kilos, and live more than 50 years.

Its shiny body, covered in large silver scales, has so fascinated the marine world that it has even been used in jewelry and to make artificial pearls. But it's not just beautiful... it's also an athlete of the sea! With its acrobatic leaps, it challenges sport fishermen around the world, becoming one of the most coveted trophies.

The most amazing thing about it is its ability to breathe air thanks to a special connection between its swim bladder and esophagus, which allows it to survive in low-oxygen waters, such as mangroves and estuaries.

During breeding season, a 2-meter female tarpon can release more than 12 million eggs, whose tiny larvae travel to protected areas before growing into juveniles.

Although a symbol of strength and resilience, the tarpon is currently classified as a vulnerable species due to overfishing and habitat loss. Protecting it ensures that this silver king continues to shine in our seas. 🌊👑🐟

26/07/2025

El sabalo real el enblematico rey plateado
Actualmente se incuentra protejido por la
Procuraduria Federal de proteccion . Al Ambiente (profepa)
Matar y transportar este pez es ilegal
# cuidemos este maravilloso pez

The royal shadfish, the iconic silver kingfisher, is currently protected by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (Profepa).
Killing and transporting this fish is illegal.
's take care of this wonderful fish.

19/07/2025

3 escuelas de #35/56/ 52 la vida para el Sabalo como otras especies es difil
Se quedan atrapados sin agua , cada año muren miles
El trabajo para sacarlos del fango no es facil y ser trasladados aun lugar seguro
al higual que.
todos los materiales que se rrequieren
Gracias ami familia por ayudarme

3 schools #35/56/52, life for the Tarpon, like other species, is difficult.
They are trapped without water; thousands die each year.
The work of getting them out of the mud is not easy, so they can be transported to a safe place.
All the materials required.
Thank you, my family, for helping me.

18/07/2025

https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/opinion/omar-vidal/gabriela-y-los-sabalos-de-xcalak/?utm_source=web.
Gabriela Miravet

“Esto es tan pero tan increíble que debe ser cierto” –Juan, pescador de Punta Allen, Quintana Roo