Apogonidae Collection

Red sea fan (Melithaea sp.) is surrounded by Glassfish ( Apogon sp.) on a coral reef. Daram Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Yellow tropical reef fish composite image on black background, Falcula butterflyfish (Chaetodon falcula), Yellow boxfish (Ostracion cubicus), Golden butterflyfish (Chaetodon semilarvatus)

Gorgonian / Sea whip coral (Ellisella ceratophyta) with Ring tailed cardinalfish (Apogon aureus) swimming in front, West Papua, Indonesia

RF - Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Female scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in front of a school of glassfish (Apogonidae), whose shiny bodies are rendered into out of focus bokeh patterns. Laamu Atoll, Maldives

Tiger cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) male mouth brooding a clutch of eggs behind his sharp teeth. Gubal Island, Egypt. Strait Of Gubal, Red Sea

A male pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) incubating eggs in his mouth (not clearly visible). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Ring-tailed Cardinalfish (Apogon aureus) West Papua, Indonesia

Painted cardinalfish (Archamia fucata) Yap, Micronesia

Large school of Glassfish (Apogonidae) swimming over colourful corals (Dendronephthya sp)
Large school of Glassfish (Apogonidae) swimming over colourful corals (Dendronephthya sp.) on a reef, Similan Islands, Thailand, Andaman Sea

Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp)
Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp.) Gam Island, Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua, Indonesia

Mediterranean cardinalfish (Apogon imberbis) head portrait, Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

Striped cardinalfish (Apogon angustatus) sheltering beneath the stinging tentacles of a Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

RF - Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Orbiculate cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) sheltering amongst roots of mangroves (Rhizophora sp.) in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Pacific ocean

Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni), a shoal sheltering against Anchor Coral (Euphyllia ancora). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Moluccan cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus moluccensis) next to hydroids, brittlestars and sea squirts. Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Ring-tailed / Golden cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus) male incubating its eggs in its mouth, Sulu sea, Philippines

Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) with a Corkscrew or Long tentacle anemone (Macrodactyla doreensis). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Ring-tailed cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus), male protecting and incubating eggs in mouth, Philippines

Ring-tailed cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus), male protecting and incubating eggs in mouth, Philippines

Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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

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

Tiger cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) male mouthbrooding eggs in his mouth. Gubal Barge, Gubal Island, Egypt. Strait of Gubal, Gulf of Suez, Red Sea

Pajama Cardinalfish
A Pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) photographed at night off the island of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Angelfish and cardinalfish under a rocky ledge, Byron Bay, Australia

Banggai cardinalfish with egg, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Banggai cardinalfish with egg, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Cardinalfish swimming above soft corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for scuba divers

Cardinalfish surround a beautiful set of soft corals in Indonesia
Cardinalfish surround a beautiful set of colorful soft corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

Cardinalfish surround a beautiful coral bommie in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A colorful coral reef is covered by sweepers and cardinalfish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Orbiculate cardinalfish swimming underneath a mangrove tree in the Solomon Islands, Melanesia

Cardinalfish surround a coral bommie in a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Ring-tailed Cardinalfish -Apogon aureus-, Gulf of Oman, Oman

Orbicular Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) adult, swimming at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Bleekers Cardinalfish (Archamia bleekeri) shoal, swimming beside coral bommie, Gili Lawa Laut, near Komodo Island, Komodo N.P. Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Many-lined Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus multilineatus) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Yellow-lined Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus chrysotaenia) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Wassincks Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus wassinki) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Redspot Cardinalfish (Apogon parvulus) shoal, swimming amongst mangrove tree roots, West Waigeo, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, July

Large-toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) adult male, close-up of head, mouth brooding eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Pajama Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) adult, swimming over reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Frostfin Cardinalfish (Apogon hoeveni) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

Apogon aprion, mouth almighty
Type specimens of Apogon aprion, mouth almighty. Holotype BMNH 1972.6.8.1

Glossamia aprion, mouth almighty
Glossamia aprion, mouth almigty. Specimen paratype BMNH 1853.1.4.11

Yellow Cardinalfish (Apogon luteus) adult, close-up of head, Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia

Red lionfish hunting over a reef
Red lionfish hunting cardinalfish (family Apogonidae) on a reef. Red lionfish (Pterois volitans) are highly venomous predatory marine fish

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Apogonidae, also known as cardinalfish, are a vibrant and diverse family of tropical reef fish that captivate the eyes with their stunning colors. In this composite image set against a black background, we get a glimpse into the enchanting world of these mesmerizing creatures. The Falcula butterflyfish gracefully glides through the water, its striking yellow body contrasting beautifully with the surrounding corals. Nearby, the Yellow boxfish showcases its unique shape and patterned scales, adding an element of intrigue to this underwater tableau. As if straight out of a painter's palette, the Golden butterflyfish flaunts its vivid hues while swimming alongside the Red Sea clownfish. Their symbiotic relationship is evident as they navigate through the intricate branches of Gorgonian coral and sea whip coral. Amongst this kaleidoscope of colors emerges the Ring-tailed cardinalfish; its delicate features perfectly complementing its surroundings. Meanwhile, in another part of Indonesia's waters lies Apogon aureus - a captivating species adorned with golden stripes that shimmer under sunlight. Moving towards Micronesia's Yap Island reveals yet another member of this family: Archamia fucata or painted cardinalfish. Its vibrant appearance adds vibrancy to an already breathtaking scene where Glassfish swim elegantly over colorful Dendronephthya corals. In West Papua's Raja Ampat Islands hides Sphaeramia orbicularis - Orbiculate Cardinalfish seeking refuge amidst mangrove roots. The Mediterranean cardinalfish proudly displays itself in Italy's Tyrrhenian Sea while Apogon angustatus finds solace beneath Heteractis magnifica sea anemone tentacles in Maldives' Laamu Atoll. Lastly, Cheilodipterus macrodon takes on parental duties by mouth brooding eggs behind his lips – showcasing nature’s remarkable adaptations within Apogonidae.