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Tiger Cowrie (Cypraea tigris) adult, on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia
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Tiger Cowrie (Cypraea tigris) adult, on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia
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© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Celebes Gastropod Gastropods Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Lembeh Mollusc Molluscs Muck Night Nocturnal Pacific Sand Sea Life Shell Shell Fish Shells Strait Straits Sulawesi Sunda Under Water Cowrie Cowries Cypraeidae
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Under the Moonlight - A Glamorous Tiger Cowrie on a Midnight Stroll in Sulawesi
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. In this enchanting snapshot captured by renowned photographer Colin Marshall, we are transported to the mystical Lembeh Straits of Indonesia. As darkness blankets the world, a magnificent Tiger Cowrie emerges from its hidden abode, gracing us with its presence on the velvety black sand. With its striking pattern resembling tiger stripes and an elegant shell that gleams under the moon's gentle glow, this adult Cypraea tigris is truly a sight to behold. Its nocturnal nature adds an air of mystery as it navigates through these tropical waters. As waves gently caress the shore and stars twinkle above, our little gastropod friend seems right at home amidst this tranquil coastal paradise. The sultry Indonesian night sky perfectly complements its exquisite beauty. This image serves as a reminder of nature's incredible diversity and showcases one of Southeast Asia's most fascinating marine creatures. The Tiger Cowrie symbolizes resilience and adaptability while reminding us to appreciate life's simple pleasures found along sandy shores. So let your imagination wander into this scene where land meets sea, where shells whisper tales of ancient oceans, and where even in darkness there is always something extraordinary waiting to be discovered.
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