Beryciformes Collection

Squirrelfish (Holocentrus sp) shoal amongst rocks. Near Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

British World War II BSA M20 motorbike inside Hold 2 of wreck of HMS Thistlegorm, home to pair of Red Sea soldierfish (Myripristis murdjan) and nudibranch (Nembrotha megalocera)

Big-eye or Goggle-eye (Priacanthus hamrur) and Crown squirrelfish (Sargocentron diadema) on wreck colonised by corals, Red Sea, Egypt. January

Sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum) sheltering beneath a large Table coral (Acropora sp.) on a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Shoal of large reef fish including Onespot snapper (Lutjanus monostigma), Oriental sweetlips (Plectorhinchus vittatus) and Sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum)

A school of Shoulderbar soldierfish (Myripristis kuntee) swimming close to the reef for prtection during the day, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Blackbar soldierfish (Myripristis jacobus) sheltering inside small cave, emerging from it at night to forage for food, Scotts Head, Dominica; Eastern Caribbean

Shoulderbar soldierfish (Myripristis kuntee) shoal. Molokini, Hawaii

Reef manta (Mobula alfredi) visiting a cleaning station on a coral reef with a school of Onespot snappers (Lutjanus monostigma)

Portrait of a Blackbar soldierfish (Myripristis jacobus) infected with Cymothoid isopod parasites. The large parasite between the eyes is a female, the smaller individuals are males

View of steering wheel inside Bedford OYC water tanker 3 ton lorry, from another Bedford OYC truck, deep inside hold of wreck of HMS Thistlegorm

Shadowfin soldierfish (Myripristis adusta) West Papua, Indonesia

Shadowfin soldierfish (Myripristis adusta) schooling over coral reef. Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, March 2016

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

Blotcheye / Bigscale Soldierfish (Myripristis berndti), San Benedicto Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Picture No. 11676365
Alfonsino young fish with first soft dorsal and ventral fin rays greatly prolonged (rare sight) (composite image) Date:

A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Indonesia
A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A bigscale soldierfish, Fiji
A bigscale soldierfish (Myripristis berndti), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Red sabre squirrelfish hiding in a forest of gorgonian sea fans
Red sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum) hiding in a forest of gorgonian sea fans, Layang Layang, Spratly Islands, Malaysia

Tailspot squirrelfish swimming in Fiji
Tailspot squirrelfish (Sargocentron caudimaculatum), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Fishes: Beryciformes, (sawbellies)- Alfonsino (Beryx decadactylus), illustration
Zoology - Fishes - Beryciformes (sawbellies) - Alfonsino (Beryx decadactylus), illustration

Sargocentron tiere, blue lined squirrelfish
Ff. 70 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Perca sp. croker & Holocentrus sp. squirrelfish
Illustration from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol 2 by Mark Catesby (1683-1749)

Sargocentron hastatum, red squirrelfish, Amphiprion percula
Plate 25 by Louis-Isidore Duperrey from his Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, 1826

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"Beryciformes: A Colorful World Underwater" Dive into the mesmerizing world of Beryciformes, a diverse group of fish found in oceans around the globe. From Costa Rica's Cocos Island National Park to the Maldives' Laamu Atoll, these fascinating creatures captivate with their vibrant colors and unique behaviors. Amongst rocky formations near Cocos Island, Squirrelfish shoal together, creating a stunning spectacle for underwater enthusiasts. Meanwhile, inside the wreck of HMS Thistlegorm lies a relic from British World War II history - a BSA M20 motorbike resting peacefully in Hold 2. Witness Big-eye and Crown squirrelfish gracefully swimming through coral reefs, their striking hues contrasting against the backdrop of Table corals. In Ari Atoll's cleaning station, large reef fish like Onespot snapper and Oriental sweetlips join Sabre squirrelfish in an intricate dance of symbiotic relationships. Shoulderbar soldierfish seek refuge close to Hawaiian reefs during daylight hours while Blackbar soldierfish venture out at night to forage for food. Molokini showcases the beauty of Shoulderbar soldierfish as they form shimmering shoals beneath its crystal-clear waters. Reef mantas glide elegantly towards cleaning stations on coral reefs where they are accompanied by schools of various species including Shadowfin soldierfish. These magnificent creatures create awe-inspiring scenes that leave divers breathless. Delve deeper into this enchanting world and discover more hidden treasures - admire Bedford OYC water tanker lorry's steering wheel or marvel at West Papua's Shadowfin soldierfish amidst Indonesia's rich marine biodiversity. Beryciformes offer us glimpses into an aquatic wonderland filled with color, mystery, and natural wonders waiting to be explored. Let these captivating images inspire you to protect our precious oceans and cherish their extraordinary inhabitants.