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#BaitballDefense #MarineSurvival #Barracuda #UsticaDive #OceanLife

Tof'Michaels

2025-01-02 18:00:20

[Ustica 2023] Baitball Part 2/3 : Predator's Pursuit: Seriole's Swift Hunt Around the Barracuda Baitball in Ustica

In the captivating depths of Ustica's waters, this second video from our dive presents an exhilarating view of nature's relentless hunt. After an initial video showing the Barracudas baitball (see here video.infosec.exchange/videos/…), we put the spotlight here on the serioles, formidable predators from the tuna family, as they circle the tightly formed barracuda baitball. This defensive formation of barracudas, meticulously described in our previous post, now faces the calculated threat of these agile hunters.

Two serioles, each over two meters long, glide effortlessly through the water with breathtaking speed and precision. Observing them within 20 meters of our scuba diving group, their sleek, powerful bodies embody the raw, predatory force that dominates the ocean's food chain. Their swift, calculated movements around the baitball illustrate the constant dance between predator and prey, where survival hinges on agility, strategy, and sheer resilience.

This video captures the serioles' relentless pursuit and the barracudas' desperate attempt to remain united, offering a riveting glimpse into the underwater world's natural drama. It’s a vivid reminder of the complex and dynamic relationships that govern marine life, showcasing the perpetual balance of nature in its most raw and compelling form.

Dive deeper into this intense underwater chase and gain a newfound appreciation for the marine ecosystems that thrive beneath the waves.

Diving center : MisterJump, Ustica : misterjump.it/

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#PredatorPursuit #OceanPredators #SerioleHunt #UsticaDive #MarineDrama

Tof'Michaels

2025-01-02 17:50:10

[Ustica 2023] Baitball part 1/3 : Baitball Dance: The Barracuda's Daring Defense in Ustica Waters

In the tranquil yet mysterious depths surrounding Ustica, a remote Mediterranean island north of Sicily, an extraordinary spectacle unfolds beneath the waves. This blog post delves into an illustrative video that reveals the intricate survival tactics of a group of barracudas, who ingeniously form a baitball to fend off formidable predators.

Barracudas, each exceeding a meter in length, are seen tightly clustering together in this defensive formation known as a baitball. This survival strategy significantly reduces the risk of individual barracudas being singled out and attacked by predators. The visual dynamics of the baitball display a mesmerising choreography, with each fish playing a crucial role in this communal defence mechanism. It is a fascinating glimpse into how these marine creatures utilise cooperation and movement to enhance their chances of survival.

The prey, in this scenario, comprises a group of 20 to 50 barracudas, collectively creating a more imposing target, thereby deterring predators. Observing from a distance, two large serioles, each over two meters long, exemplify the persistent threat these predators pose. A separate video captures their calculated yet relentless approach, offering an unfiltered view of the delicate balance between predator and prey in the oceanic ecosystem.

Dive into this intriguing video and witness the symbiotic dance of survival, a natural marvel that speaks volumes about the adaptability and resilience of marine life. For scuba divers and ocean enthusiasts alike, this post promises not only to educate but also to inspire awe for the hidden world beneath the sea's surface.

The Seriole predators are shown in a separate video (see here: video.infosec.exchange/w/qPKSQ…)

Diving center : MisterJump, Ustica : misterjump.it/

## Should people have a choice to attempt living outside of capitalism?

That is for consenting adults to form a community and live outside the system of exchange, under their own rules, based on their own forms of production and consumption?
Not individual right granted, respected, and guarded by the state, as this already exists as long as land can be acquired through exchange, tax liabilities and other obligations are met, an individual can buy land and live pretty much as the individual wants. As long as neighboring properties are unaffected by their activity, air and ground/water is not polluted. Ideally, but in most states even this does not go on too well. But individual autonomy is not a real issue as such never existed and will never exist outside capitalism and wealth.

The issue of community not participating in any form of exchange and attempting to survive outside the "system", {is, should be, is not, should not be} a possibility? How dictatorial has current reality become, to blackmail people to either participate in capitalism, usually at the wrong end of the exploitation chain, to exchange labor for survival needs? Under many political systems this is a reality within what is projected as democracy, coercion, extortion, blackmail. "You can believe what you want but it is either playing inside capitalism or dying alone".
As long as a thin majority participates in elections and legitimates this political system this blackmail is forced on everyone. It doesn't matter whether you like or dislike participation in this market of exchanged, you have to subject to this slavery for survival.

The parliamentary left has no problem with this, but neither does the extra-parliamentary radical or Marxist left. The dictatorship of the majority is respected by political competitors, participating in this pseudo-democratic system. The game of who gets a chance to enforce their game on everyone, despite of what they may like or want.

For those who are committed in the idealism of not participating in violence, the option is simple. Capitalism or suicide. This is the true nature of freedom in capitalism, living slave or dying free.

It wasn't always like this, there existed public lands where a small community could congregate and occupy a territory and survive by not bothering or being bothered. Even in the US in the 1960s, there were communes, not all were built on private land.
Lately such options have been minimized. Public land under the neoliberal terminology "state property" have excluded people not just from living but even accessing, and this state ownership also justifies sale/exchange to private interests. This "green revolution" has been the primary vehicle of stripping human rights from land and water bodies and allowing land grab by mega-energy-corporations.
It is this slim majority again, the dictators, stripping human rights from "everyone" and acting as mega-corporations' best partner in crime. Lumber, mining, meat/dairy production, and off-shore oil/gas exploration are the primary aggressors here. Land/Water GRUB = late capitalism

Where industry used to occupy the little property to organize mass production, today industry is occupying the vast majority of land and water, squeezing the exploited and oppressed in small spaces and ultimate dependence to exchanging labor and resources.

## THE OWNERSHIP OF THE MEANS OF PRODUCTION is the ONLY thing that matters.

Should there be a choice for people to collectively exit the system of exchange and form a collective system of sharing work and products?

#marxism #anarchism #communism #communalism #corporatism #dialectic #materialism #IWW #libertarian #libertarianism #neoliberalism #theory #wobblies #socialism ?

@yogthos @Heretical_i

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#caraïbes #martinique #plongée #préservationsousmarine

Tof'Michaels

2025-01-02 11:39:55

[Martinique 2024] Tour d'horizon rapide à 20 mètres

Dans cette vidéo, je vous invite à untour d'horizon rapide dans les eaux cristallines de la Martinique. Équipé d'une GoPro, je vous offre une perspective unique à environ 20 mètres de profondeur, où la richesse de l'écosystème marin des Caraïbes se dévoile dans toute sa splendeur.
Il est important de se rappeler l'importance de la préservation de ces environnements fragiles, particulièrement en Martinique ou la préservation de l'environnement n'est pas toujours aussi bien suivie qu'ailleurs sur la planèute.
Cette plongée met en lumière non seulement la beauté des fonds marins martiniquais, mais aussi les défis de conservation auxquels ils font face.
Pour les plongeurs expérimentés et les amateurs, cette vidéo offre un aperçu très rapide des conditions de plongée à 20 mètres.
Abonnez-vous pour plus de contenus sur l'exploration sous-marine et la protection des écosystèmes marins.

Last week, I decided to treat myself to breakfast at Burger King, and I was genuinely surprised at how good their breakfast menu is! They’ve got everything you could want to kick-start your morning, from classic breakfast sandwiches to more hearty platters. I went for their iconic Croissan’wich, and let me tell you—it was buttery, flaky perfection. The eggs were fluffy, the sausage had just the right amount of spice, and the melted cheese tied everything together. Paired with a steaming cup of coffee and some crispy hash browns, it was the perfect way to fuel up for the day.

What I love about the Burger King breakfast menu is the variety. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet, like their French Toast Sticks, or a protein-packed breakfast burrito, there’s something for everyone. Even their value deals are great if you're looking for a quick and affordable option on the go. Honestly, it’s a lifesaver for those busy mornings when I don’t have time to cook but still want something satisfying. If you haven’t tried their breakfast yet, it’s worth stopping by!

Comment les sciences peuvent-elles nous aider à construire le monde de demain ?

Consultation initiée par : CNRS

À la fois environnementaux, sanitaires, économiques et sociaux, les défis du monde contemporain sont multiples et complexes. Nos connaissances et savoir-faire sont eux-mêmes défiés et appelés à se renouveler constamment.

Dans ce contexte, la recherche joue un rôle primordial. Elle contribue à mieux appréhender cette complexité et à identifier les pistes de solutions les plus prometteuses.

C’est pourquoi le CNRS lance, avec Make.org, une grande consultation nationale. L’objectif est de mieux cerner les attentes citoyennes en matière de sciences.

Une question centrale guide cette démarche :
« Comment les sciences peuvent-elles nous aider à construire le monde de demain ? »

Participez a la consultation citoyenne en utilisant le len ci-dessous:

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#Science #cnrs #Consultation #citoyenne #consultationcitoyenne

David Chavalarias, Research Director at CNRS, the Centre for Social Analysis and Mathematics (CAMS) at EHESS, and Head of the Complex Systems Institute of Paris Île-de-France, explains that X (formerly Twitter) has become toxic since its acquisition by Elon Musk.

His CNRS laboratory has meticulously documented and quantified a significant increase in hostility within exchanges, exacerbated by the platform's algorithm. Musk has also abandoned moderation and leveraged X to promote far-right ideologies.

The HelloQuitteX collective aims to guide users toward decentralized platforms like Mastodon or BlueSky, which offer greater freedom. A key date, January 20, has been set to facilitate this transition.

Chavalarias emphasizes that HelloQuitteX is an apolitical and non-partisan initiative. Its goal is to denounce the political exploitation of user data while providing healthier alternatives. The project seeks to equip users with tools to regain control over their data and migrate to more ethical platforms.
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Editor's Note: the interesting article on Synthmedia below has the slight drawback of not being shareable on the Fediverse. However, the publishing platform does allow direct sharing on X. Quite ironic!

helloquittex.com/

#X #HelloQuitteX #elonmusk #chavalarias

(@chavalarias@mastodon.social)

David Chavalarias, Directeur de recherche au CNRS et au Centre d'analyse et de mathématique sociales (CAMS) de l'EHESS et Directeur de l'Institut des systèmes complexes de Paris Île-de-France, explique que X (ex-Twitter) est devenu toxique depuis son rachat par Elon Musk. Son laboratoire au CNRS a constaté, documenté et quantifié de façon extremement detaillée une augmentation de l'hostilité des échanges, amplifiée par l'algorithme. Musk a abandonné la modération et utilisé X pour promouvoir des opinions d'extrême droite.

Le collectif HelloQuitteX propose d'accompagner les utilisateurs vers des plateformes décentralisées comme Mastodon ou BlueSky, offrant plus de liberté. Une date clé, le 20 janvier, a été fixée pour organiser cette transition.

David Chavalarias souligne que HelloQuitteX est une initiative apolitique et transpartisane. L'objectif est de dénoncer l'instrumentalisation politique des données des utilisateurs et d'offrir des alternatives plus saines. Le projet vise à donner aux utilisateurs les outils pour reprendre le contrôle de leurs données.

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NDLR cet interressant article sur Synthmedia presente toutefois le leger inconvénient de ne pas pouvoir être partagé sur le fediverse. Néanmoins la plateforme de publication permet un partage sur X directement. Un comble..

helloquittex.com/

#X #HelloQuitteX #elonmusk #chavalarias
(@chavalarias@mastodon.social)