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Cardinalfish Collection

The cardinalfish, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, never fails to captivate with its vibrant colors and unique behavior

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Red sea fan (Melithaea sp.) is surrounded by Glassfish ( Apogon sp.) on a coral reef

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Wobbegong shark and cardinalfish, Byron Bay, Australia

Wobbegong shark and cardinalfish, Byron Bay, Australia

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Bengaii Cardinal Fish

Bengaii Cardinal Fish
KEL-887 Bangai / Banggai CARDINAL FISH Pterapogon kauderni Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Yellow tropical reef fish composite image on black background

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Gorgonian / Sea whip coral (Ellisella ceratophyta) with Ring tailed cardinalfish

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: RF - Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni)

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Female scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in front of a school of glassfish

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Tiger cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) male mouth brooding a clutch of eggs behind

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: A male pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) incubating eggs in his mouth

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Ring-tailed Cardinalfish (Apogon aureus) West Papua, Indonesia

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Painted cardinalfish (Archamia fucata) Yap, Micronesia

Painted cardinalfish (Archamia fucata) Yap, Micronesia

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Large school of Glassfish (Apogonidae) swimming over colourful corals (Dendronephthya sp)

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Orbiculate Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) school sheltering amongst roots of mangroves

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Mediterranean cardinalfish (Apogon imberbis) head portrait, Marine Protected area Punta

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Striped cardinalfish (Apogon angustatus) sheltering beneath the stinging tentacles of a

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024862

DDE-90024862
Indonesia, Komodo National Park, Fish Bowl. Underwater scenic of fish and coral. Date: 21/05/2009

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024788

DDE-90024788
Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni), Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi Island, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024779

DDE-90024779
Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Strait. A ringed anemone community with three Clark's anemonefish and Banggi cardinalfish. Date: 19/05/2006

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024627

DDE-90024627
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. A banggi cardinalfish swims past sea anemone tentacles. Date: 11/02/2005

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024609

DDE-90024609
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of a banggai cardinalfish near sea urchin. Date: 11/02/2005

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024601

DDE-90024601
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. School of banggai cardinalfish and coral. Date: 11/02/2005

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: DDE-90024591

DDE-90024591
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Reef panorama with corals and glassy cardinalfish. Date: 11/02/2005

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: 13131063

13131063
Pair of Moluccan Cardinalfish - Aer Prang dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: European perch and ruffe

European perch and ruffe
European perch, Perca fluviatilis 1, ruffe, Gymnocephalus cernuus 3, and head of lined cardinalfish, Cheilodipterus vittatus

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: RF - Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Orbiculate cardinalfish (Sphaeramia orbicularis) sheltering amongst roots of mangroves

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni), a shoal sheltering against Anchor Coral

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Moluccan cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus moluccensis) next to hydroids

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Ring-tailed / Golden cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus) male incubating its eggs in its mouth

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) with a Corkscrew or Long tentacle anemone

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Ring-tailed cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus), male protecting and incubating eggs in mouth

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Ring-tailed cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus), male protecting and incubating eggs in mouth

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Kaleidoscopic image of Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) in sea anemone

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Cardinalfish (Apogon imberbis) Larvotto Marine Reserve, Monaco, Mediterranean Sea

Cardinalfish (Apogon imberbis) Larvotto Marine Reserve, Monaco, Mediterranean Sea, July 2009

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Juvenile Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) with sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica)

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Tiger cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) male mouthbrooding eggs in his mouth

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Pajama Cardinalfish

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Thailand, School Cardinalfish And Alcyonarian Coral, Sunburst Background (Rhabdamia Cypselura)

Thailand, School Cardinalfish And Alcyonarian Coral, Sunburst Background (Rhabdamia Cypselura) Dendronephthya Sp?

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Indonesia, Komodo National Park, Fish Bowl. Underwater scenic of fish and coral. Credit as

Indonesia, Komodo National Park, Fish Bowl. Underwater scenic of fish and coral. Credit as: Jones & Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits

Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. A banggi cardinalfish swims past sea anemone tentacles. Credit as: Jones & Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Picture No. 11675137

Picture No. 11675137
Pajama Cardinalfish. Date:

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Picture No. 11674994

Picture No. 11674994
Banggai Cardinalfish juvenile in Anemone. Date:

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Angelfish and cardinalfish under a rocky ledge

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Green frogfish eating striped cardinalfish

Green frogfish eating striped cardinalfish, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Banggai cardinalfish with egg, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Cardinalfish swimming above soft corals in Komodo National Park, 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

Background imageCardinalfish Collection: Cardinalfish surround a beautiful set of soft corals in Indonesia

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



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The cardinalfish, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, never fails to captivate with its vibrant colors and unique behavior. In Byron Bay, Australia, it shares its habitat with the elusive Wobbegong shark, creating an enchanting underwater spectacle. One species that stands out is the Bengaii Cardinal Fish. Its striking orange and black stripes make it a true gem of the ocean. Another composite image showcases a yellow tropical reef fish against a dramatic black background, accompanied by the graceful Falcula butterflyfish, Yellow boxfish, Golden butterflyfish, and Red Sea clownfish. These it can often seen seeking refuge amidst stunning Gorgonian or sea whip coral formations. The mesmerizing combination of Ring-tailed cardinalfish swimming alongside these intricate corals creates an ethereal sight that leaves onlookers in awe. In other regions such as West Papua in Indonesia or Micronesia's Yap Island, different species take center stage. The Banggai cardinalfish displays its beauty against vibrant reefs while schools of Glassfish gracefully swim over colorful Dendronephthya corals in Thailand's Similan Islands. Mangroves also provide shelter for some cardinalfish species like the Orbiculate Cardinal Fish found in Gam Island within Raja Ampat Islands' archipelago. These roots serve as their sanctuary where they can thrive undisturbed. Even closer to home lies the Mediterranean cardinalfish off Italy's Costa Amalfitana coast. This particular species boasts captivating head portraits and calls Marine Protected areas like Punta Campanella their home. Lastly, we witness extraordinary parental care from male pajama cardinal fish incubating eggs inside their mouths—a remarkable display of dedication towards ensuring future generations survive. Whether it be through their vivid colors or intriguing behaviors captured across diverse locations worldwide—from Australia to Micronesia—cardinal fish continue to inspire wonderment among those fortunate enough to observe them in their natural habitats.