There are moments in life that take your breath away when looking into the eyes of these sharp-toothed, fast-swimming sharks. However, even these predators have something to fear. That's right, the toughest kids are always afraid of dolphins when they swim underwater. So, why are sharks afraid of dolphins?
More than Peas in a Pod.
Sharks are solitary predators, while dolphins travel in a group called pods. When they see an aggressive shark, the pods will immediately round up and attack it without giving the shark any chances of survival.
Mobility
Dolphins have soft skin and a flexible skeletal structure which allows them to be efficient in a fight. The vertical tale of the shark is flat and limits their up and down mobility. Dolphins have horizontal tales allowing them to change direction quickly. The head of dolphins consists of very strong and thick bones that act as biological body ram. The dolphins will slam their snouts into the soft stomach of the shark which leads to serious severe internal injuries. They also use their snouts to hit the gills of the shark. Often, the shark is frightened by the first blow and will swim away.