Animal Markings Collection (page 6)

Papuan scorpionfish lying on a reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Papuan scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis papuensis), orange red in color lying on a reef, head view, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Mating Nembrotha kubaryana sea slugs, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Mating Nembrotha kubaryana sea slugs nudibranch, Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Detail of an encrusting sponge growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of an encrusting sponge growing on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Risbecia tryoni nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Facial view of a lionfish showing its spines, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Close-up of a Neoferdina insolita starfish in Indonesia
An unusual sea star (Neoferdina insolita) lays on a black sand seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Latticed Buterflyfish, Fiji
Latticed butterflyfish (Chaetodon rafflesii), Fiji

Harlequin shrimp, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

An inquisitive Porcupinefish, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Annas chromodoris nudibranch sea slug
Annas chromodoris (Chromodoris annae) nudibranch sea slug, Aljui Bay, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Nudibranch on orange sponge, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Nudibranch or sea slug (Chromodoris coi) on orange sponge, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of black and white Joruna funebris nudibranch, Indonesia
Pair of black and white Joruna funebris sea slugs on red and blue sponges, Anambas, Indonesia

Chromodoris fidelis sea slug nudibranch, Mataking, Sabah, Malaysia

A yellow nudibranch crawling across a colorful reef, Papua New Guinea
A Banana Nudibranch (Notodoris minor) crawling across a colorful reef in the warm ocean waters of Papua New Guinea

Leopard blenny perched on coral, Papua New Guinea
Leopard blenny (Exallias brevis) perched on coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Oyster Toadfish, Atlantic Ocean

A bobtail squid emerges from the sandy seafloor
A bobtail squid (Euprymna berryi) emerges from the sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A banded sea snake swims over the seafloor in Indonesia
A banded sea snake (Laticauda colubrina) swims over a sandy seafloor in Indonesia. This venomous reptile feeds on small reef fish

Detail of a large coral polyp in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A beautiful tube anemone, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A beautiful tube anemone grows on the sandy slope of Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Nudibranch feeding on the reef, Fiji

Close-up view of a ladybug amphipod, Cyproidea species
Ladybug amphipod, Cyproidea species, side view, taken at Cannibal Rock, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Schooling striped catfish (Plotosus lineatus), Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Juvenile guineafowl spotted pufferfish sheltering amongst a crinoid, Bali
Juvenile guineafowl spotted pufferfish (Arothron meleagris), sheltering amongst a crinoid, Indonesia

Aphelodoris varia sea slug nudibranch, Sydney, Australia

Nudibranch feeding on algae, Papua New Guinea

Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma nudibranch
Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma (Ceratosoma flavicostatum) nudibranch, head on view, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Close-up of a beautiful Halgerda batangas nudibranch
A Halgerda nudibranch (Halgerda batangas) crawls across the seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A pair of Risbecia tryoni nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Chromodoris kuniei nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A giant oceanic manta ray with distinct markings, topside view
A giant oceanic manta ray (Manta birostris) with beautiful distinct markings, topside view, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Pair of Chromodoris annae nudibranch on coral
Pair of Chromodoris annae nudibranch with brilliant blue and yellow skirt, crawling over green and pink coral, Anilao, Batangas, Philippines

Detail of the polyps of a reef-building coral growing in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A small bobtail squid crawls out of the sand
A small bobtail squid (Euprymna berryi) crawls out of the sand in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Detail of the eye of a reticulated pufferfish (Arothron reticularis) in Indonesia

A wonderpus octopus in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) is found in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Nudibranch feeding on a sponge, Papua New Guinea

Abstract of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Abstract of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Close-up of a Banded Butterflyfish
A Banded Butterflyfish (Chaetodon striatus) swims by sea ferns and coral reef in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

Leopard chromodoris nudibranch
Leopard chromodoris (Chromodoris leopardus), head on view taken in Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

A West Indian Manatee in the shallow freshwater of Fannie Springs, Florida
A West Indian Manatee surfacing in the shallow clear freshwaters of Fanning Springs, a state park in northeast Florida

A pair of Harlequin shrimp with one feeding off a starfish, Bali
A pair of Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), with one feeding off a starfish, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

The colorful Chromodoris kuniei on a West Papuan reef

A brightly colored nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Lettuce Sea Slug, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Elysia crispata, common name the lettuce sea slug, is a large and colorful species of sea slug, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Smooth Trunkfish, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Harlequin shrimp sitting atop a starfish, Bali
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), sitting atop a starfish, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Close-up view of a lionfish. Gorontalo, Indonesia
Close-up view of a lionfish (Pterois volitans), Gorontalo, Indonesia

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Animal markings are nature's way of painting the world with vibrant hues and intricate patterns. From the delicate Red Admiral butterfly gracefully perched on a plant, basking in the warm sun, to its mesmerizing open wings displaying a tapestry of colors. Meanwhile, the Common carp showcases its unique anatomy, each scale telling a story of resilience and adaptability. In contrast, two Dutch rabbits stand side by side, one black and white, their contrasting fur creating a striking visual harmony. As we venture into Abbotsbury beach in Dorset, UK during March, an adult Adder slithers across pebbles while basking under the gentle rays of sunlight. Beneath crystal-clear waters lies another marvel - the Blue Spotted Stingray gliding effortlessly through coral reefs. Its distinct spots resembling constellations against an azure backdrop leave us awestruck. On that same reef resides the Striped Burrfish; its patterned skin acting as camouflage among vibrant corals. Venturing further into Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote, Spain reveals an enigmatic creature known as Fossa. With sleek fur and piercing eyes, it embodies both elegance and mystery within this volcanic landscape. Nature's artistry extends even to tiny creatures like Marbled White butterflies fluttering amidst German meadows - their marbled wings blending seamlessly with wildflowers. And who could forget about the Fingerprint Flamingo Tongue? Crawling over sponges off Little Tobago Island in Trinidad and Tobago; this small yet intricately marked sea snail leaves behind trails akin to fingerprints on glass. Animal markings serve as reminders that beauty can be found everywhere if we take time to appreciate it. They tell stories of survival strategies developed over centuries or simply exist for sheer aesthetic pleasure – leaving us captivated by their splendor at every turn.