Anthozoa Collection (page 18)

Ornate ghost pipefish with mushroom leather coral, Indonesia
Ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) with mushroom leather coral (Sarcophyton sp.), Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Reef scene with sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Spectacular reef scene showing sea fan (Semperina sp.) at Barneys reef, Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

A red sea fan with purple anthias fish, Papua New Guinea
A red sea fan (Melthaea sp.) with purple anthias fish, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Spinecheek anemonefish in anemone, Papua New Guinea
Spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) in anemone, Volcano crater, Witu Isalnds, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A large purple sea fan on Caribbean reef
A large purple sea fan with diver in background on Caribbean reef

Juvenile Trumpetfish on soft coral in Caribbean Sea

Colonies of soft coral thrive on a reef near Sulawesi, Indonesia
Colonies of soft coral (Sinularia sp.) thrive on a healthy reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A soft coral colony grows on a reef slope in Indonesia
A beautiful soft coral colony grows on a reef slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A small whip coral goby on its host coral
A small whip coral goby (Bryaninops yongei) sits on its host coral in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A massive black coral colony grows in Horseshoe Bay, Indonesia
A massive black coral colony grows in Horseshoe Bay, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Detail of anchor coral tentacles growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of anchor coral tentacles (Euphyllia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

A current sweeps across a colorful coral reef in Indonesia
Current sweeps across a colorful and healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A large coral polyp grows on the seafloor of a kelp forest off the coast of California. Kelp forests, which grow in temperate areas worldwide

A colorful magnificent sea nemone hosts pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Soft coral seascape, Fiji

Pink anenomefish on its host anenome, Fiji

A large red gorgonian sea fan, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Diver illuminates mushroom leather coral and crinoid with twin lamps
Diver illuminates mushroom leather coral (Sarcophyton sp.) and crinoid (Crinoid sp.) with twin lamps, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Clown anemonefish in sea anemone with circular motion effect
Clown anemonefish (Amphiprion percula) in magnificent sea anemone with circular motion effect, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

False clownfish swim near their host anemone
False clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) swim near their host anemone in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A soft coral crab blends into its host coral colony
A soft coral crab (Hoplophrys oatesi) blends into its host coral colony in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Detail of an unidentified anemone growing on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish lies on a coral reef in Indonesia
A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish (Cymbacephalus beauforti) lies on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Soft coral reef seascape, Indonesia

Crinoid and soft coral, Fiji

Healthy corals cover a reef in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A diver approaches colorful soft corals and crinoids on the reefs of Raja Ampat
A diver approaches colorful soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) and crinoids on the stunning reefs of southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Close-up view of soft tree coral, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Close-up view of soft tree coral (Dendronephthya sp.) with diver in background, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Clarks anemonefish in white anemone, Gorontalo, Indonesia
Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii) in white anemone, Gorontalo, Indonesia

Yellow butterflyfish and school of goatfish over black coral bush on a small wreck
Yellow butterflyfish and school of goatfish over brown black coral bush on a small wreck, Manokwari, West Papua, Indonesia

Orange and black anemone, Komodo, Indonesia

Elkhorn coral grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea
A colony of elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata) grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea

A beautiful cluster of soft coral colonies on a coral reef in Indonesia
A beautiful cluster of soft coral colonies grows on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

Small blenny in brain coral, Curacao

A diverse array of corals grow in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

Soft leather corals grow in the shallow waters in the Solomon Islands, Melanesia. This region, in the eastern part of the Coral Triangle

A colorful coral reef grows along a deep dropoff in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Tomato clownfish in its host anenome, Fiji

Schooling scalefin anthias fish and soft corals of Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Schooling scalefin anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) and beautiful soft corals of Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Large red gorgonian sea fan on a Fijian Reef

A female clownfish looks after her eggs at the edge of the host anemone, Papua New Guinea

Colony of red whip fan coral, Papua New Guinea
Colony of red whip fan coral (Ctenocella sp.) with various fish species, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A diver looks on at large gorgonian sea fans, Solomon Islands
A diver looks on at large gorgonian sea fans (Subergorgia sp.), Solomon Islands

Spotted porcelain crab feeding on plankton, Solomon Islands
Spotted porcelain crab (Neopetrolisthes maculatus) perched on anemone mantle (Stichodactyla sp), feeding on plankton with feather net arms, Solomon Islands

Reef top with various types of soft coral under greenish water at sunset, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Giant sea anemone on reef in Cozumel, Mexico

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 Clarks anemonefish nuggles into the tentacles of its host anemone
A Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii) snuggles into the tentacles of its host anemone in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

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Anthozoa, the vibrant and diverse world of coral reefs. Nestled within the heart of Hardy Reef, part of the Outer Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, lies a mesmerizing sight - the enchanting Heart Reef. This natural wonder captivates all who lay eyes upon it. As we explore this underwater paradise, we encounter an array of fascinating creatures. The Caiman crocodilus crocodilus gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters alongside the elusive Anilius scytale snake. Their presence adds an element of intrigue to this already captivating ecosystem. Intriguing partnerships are formed beneath the waves as well. RF-Western clownfish seek refuge among Magnificent sea anemones like Heteractis magnifica, showcasing their symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from each other's presence. Doryaspis swim effortlessly amidst a bed of Anthozoa, creating a breathtaking spectacle that transports us back in time to witness nature's ancient beauty unfold before our very eyes. Across continents and oceans, Anthozoa continues to amaze us with its diversity. In Nepture SP off Oregon's coast in the USA, an orange starfish finds solace surrounded by green sea anemone – a harmonious blend of colors against a backdrop of endless blue. Traveling further east to Sri Lanka's tea estates reveals unexpected surprises as Coral Gallery c. 1895 showcases delicate corals preserved for generations to come – reminders of nature's artistic prowess beyond just land and sea. Venturing into West Escarceo in Puerto Galera, Mindoro in the Philippines unveils Tubastrea faulkneri or Orange cup coral revealing its open polyps at nightfall – a radiant display that illuminates these depths with ethereal beauty. Indonesia beckons us next as Gorgonian sea fans (Acalycigorgia sp) sway gently on Raja Ampat's coral reef, painting a picture of tranquility and grace.