Mar 19, 2021
Dolphins assert dominance and establish/maintain social hierarchy via "raking" (dragging their teeth on across the skin). This practice leaves scars (rake marks) throughout the dolphin's body. This beautiful individual was particularly laden w/ rake marks— which may indicate it was of lower social standing. RIP 😔 #dolphin #dolphinanatomy #cetacean #dolphinphotography #beacheddolphin #beach #photography #raking #rakemarks #socialhierarchy #naturephotography #ocean #sunset #cottoncandysky #natureisbeautiful #bottlenoseddolphin #tursiops https://www.instagram.com/p/CMnccedhXhI/?igshid=8iuvgeifzwzb
