Actinopterygii Collection (page 17)

RF - Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) with host anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Bunaken National Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) in anemone. Egypt, Red Sea

Kaleidoscopic image of Coral reef scenery with gorgonian, soft corals and Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis). Rinca, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) in sea anemone. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Chameleon goby (Tridentiger trigonocephalus) with Blue bat star (Patiria pectinifera) in background. Bohai Sea, Yellow Sea. Zhifu Island, Shandong Province, China

School of Scaled herring or Scaled sardine (Harengula clupeola), entering from the sea into the freshwater of the Laguna Yal Ku, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

Chub (Squalius cephalus), on spawning ground Sava Bohinjka River, Slovenia June 2013. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Latticetail moray (Gymnothorax buroensis) emerging from soft coral on a reef. Sangeang Island, Sumbawa, Indonesia. Flores Sea

Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Brown bear (Ursus arctos), fishing for Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) in the Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamtchatka Sanctuary, Far East Russia. August

Anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), by Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) and soft coral, on coral reef, Shark Reef to Jolande Reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Egypt, Red Sea

Sergeant major (Abudefduf vaigiensis), shoal on wreck of the Kingston, near Shag Rock, Strait of Gubal, Egypt, Red Sea

Raggy scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa) disputing territory. Ambon Bay, Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

RF - Bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) schooling in coral reef. Long exposure. North Male Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Tropical Flounder (Bothus mancus), Socorro Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site (Socorro Islands), Pacific Ocean

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) Indonesia

Golf-ball sized Painted frogfish (Antennarius pictus) waits to ambush prey disguised as an orange sponge. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

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Large Laced Moray or Honeycomb Moray (Gymnothorax favagineus), Ari Atoll, Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Black-saddled puffer (Canthigaster valentini), Maldives Island, Indian Ocean

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Giant Moray (Gymnothorax javanicus), Red Sea, Sudan, Africa

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Giant Moray (Gymnothorax javanicus) at a coral reef, Marsa Alam, Red Sea, Egypt, Africa

John dory (Zeus faber) portrait, Babbacombe Bay, Devon, UK, October

RF- Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) in lake, Capernwray, Lancashire, UK, July. Did you know? Rainbow trout were indigenous only to Alaska and east Asia

Yellow stripe clingfish (Diademichthys lineatus) living in association with the Fire Urchin (Astropyga radiata) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Juvenile Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) with sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Pair of Rough snout ghostpipefish (Solenostomus paegnius), with female with egg pouch in front of male. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Okavango robbers (Rhabdalestes maunensis) fish swimming up the temporary Selinda Spillway, northern Botswana. This shallow river cuts across the Kalahari Desert

Close up of tiny (10mm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) living disguised in Muricella sp. sea fan. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Female Denises pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus denise) on coral seafan (Annella mollis) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Portrait of male Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in open water, to feed on plankton. Ras Katy, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Curimbata (Prochilodus lineatus) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, with Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp.), Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Taken for the Freshwater Project

Great egret (Ardea alba) feeding on fish, Pusztaszer, Hungary, June

A portrait of a Mexican hogfish (Bodianus diplotaenia). Socorro Island, Revillagigedos, Mexico. East Pacific Ocean

A portrait of a large male Dusky grouper (Epinephelus marginatus). Lavezzi Islands, between Sardinia and Corsica in the Mediterranean Sea

Red / Blotcheye soldierfish (Myripristis murdjan) and sea whips coral, Junceella at Fotteyo caves, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) in sea-anemone, Red Sea

Long-beaked Coralfish (Chelmon rostratus) eye, Inanuran Island, Danajon Bank, Central Visayas, Philippines, April

Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) under trees, Capernwray Lake, Lake District, England, UK

A portrait of a Mediterranean anthias (Anthias anthias) against open water. Secca Del Papa, Tavolara Marine Protected Area, Sardinia, Italy. Mediterranean Sea

Blue Maomao (Scorpis violaceus) shoal, Poor Knights Islands, New Zealand, February

Sargassum fish (Histrio histrio) swimming with discarded fishing net, Dominica

Golden damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) hiding amongst the branches of red whip coral (Ctenocella sp.) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Pair of Giant frogfish (Antennarius commersoni), male on the left, female above on right on sponges. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp)
Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp.) Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Translucent goby (Bryaninops erythrops) rests on sponge (Pione vastifica) covered in spionid worms (Polydorella smurovi) Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Portrait of Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) against open water. Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt

Female Lionfish (Pterois volitans) on coral reef. Jackfish Alley, Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Close up detail photo of a Spotted moray (Gymnothorax isingteena), Baa Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

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Actinopterygii, also known as ray-finned fishes, encompass a diverse array of aquatic creatures that inhabit our oceans and freshwater ecosystems. From the graceful Dugong feeding on seagrass meadows to the majestic Killer Whales hunting in synchronized pods, these species captivate us with their remarkable behaviors. In the vibrant coral reefs, we encounter the Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully swimming above its colorful home. Its presence serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between marine life and their intricate habitats. Moving towards warmer waters, we are greeted by the Tarpon's striking portrait in Eleuthera, Bahamas. This magnificent fish showcases its strength and beauty against a backdrop of crystal-clear waters. Venturing into Brazil's Aquario Natural, we witness the Piraputanga fish navigating an underwater landscape with grace and agility. Their vibrant colors blend harmoniously with their surroundings, creating an enchanting sight for any observer. The Young European eel elvers or glass eels remind us of nature's incredible ability to adapt. These translucent creatures embark on epic journeys across vast distances to mature into adulthood. Delving deeper into kelp forests off Australia's coast, we discover the Weedy seadragon male diligently carrying eggs through this mesmerizing ecosystem. Their unique appearance resembles mythical creatures from folklore but is very much real and awe-inspiring. Descending further into darkness lies Malacosteus niger or stoplight loosejaw—a deep-sea dweller emitting an eerie red glow amidst pitch-black depths. Its haunting allure reminds us that there is still so much left unexplored beneath our planet's surface. Emerging from great depths comes another enigmatic creature—the Oarfish—with its elongated body shimmering silver under sunlight while sporting a vivid red dorsal fin extending along its entire length. This rare sighting leaves us marveling at nature's ability to create such extraordinary beings.