Cnidaria Collection (page 43)

Pregnant pygmy seahorse. Pregnant male pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) camouflaged against sea fan coral. Like all seahorses, pygmy seahorses have an unusal form of reproduction

Pontohi pygmy seahorse amongst hydroid colony. Pontohi pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus pontohi) have only recently been described (as of 2010)

Snappers over a reef. School of snapper (family Lutjanidae) fish swimming over coral. Photographed in Bunaken Marine Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Fusiliers over a reef. School of fusilier (family Caesionidae) fish swimming over coral. Photographed in Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Triplefin hiding amongst corals. Triplefin (family Tripterygiidae) fish sheltering in a small Tubastrea Sp. coral colony (dark) surrounded by Xenia sp. corals (light)

Whip coral shrimp on whip coral
Whip coral shrimp (order Decapoda) on whip coral (order Gorgonacea). These small shrimp adopt the colouration of their host whip coral (sea fan)

Triplefin hiding in coral. Triplefin (family Tripterygiidae, upper left) fish sheltering in a hole in large hard coral (family Faviidae)

Coral goby hiding inside hard coral. Coral gobies (Gobiodon sp.) live their entire lives hidden amongst the branches of a hard coral colony

Ghost goby on soft coral
Ghost goby (Pleurosicya sp.) on soft coral. The goby family (Gobiidae) is one of the largest families of fish and includes some of the smallest vertebrates in the world

Denises pygmy seahorse camouflaged against sea fan coral. Denises pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus denise) are one of the smallest pygmy seahorses and are named after photographer Denise Tackett

Hydra anatomy and development, artwork
Hydra anatomy and development, historical artwork. Illustration from An anatomical-evolutionary investigation of Hydra (1872) by Nicolaus Kleinenberg

Clown Anemonefish, Amphiprion percula, Alam Batu, Bali, Indonesia

Maldive Anemonefish in Magnificent Anemone, Amphiprion nigripes, Heteractis magnifica, Kandooma Caves, South Male Atoll, Maldives

Coralliomorph Andaman Sea, Myanmar DWD00617
AUS-1891 Coralliomorph Andaman Sea, Myanmar Discosoma rhodostoma Dr David Wachenfeld / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Moon jellyfish (Ulmariidae) swarming close to the surface, enjoying the early morning sun Marsa Alam, Red Sea
Joe Graham / SplashdownDirect

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"Cnidaria: A Fascinating World of Underwater Wonders" Discover the mesmerizing realm of Cnidaria, a diverse group of marine creatures that includes some truly extraordinary species. From the fierce Caiman crocodilus crocodilus to the enigmatic Anilius scytale, these animals captivate with their unique characteristics and captivating beauty. Venturing into the depths, we encounter the ethereal Deep sea jellyfish (Periphylla periphylla) in Trondheimsfjord, Norway. Its translucent body glows like an otherworldly beacon amidst the darkness, leaving us in awe of nature's wonders. Moving on to warmer waters, we come across the Portuguese man o war (Physalia physalis) in Tenerife, Canary Islands. With its vibrant hues and long tentacles trailing behind it like delicate ribbons, this creature is both alluring and dangerous. In a harmonious partnership between species lies a Western clownfish (Amphiprion oceallaris) seeking refuge within a Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Their symbiotic relationship showcases nature's ability to create mutually beneficial connections. Witnessing an aggregation of Golden jellyfish (Mastigias sp), we are transported to another world altogether. These graceful creatures move as one through pristine waters, creating a spectacle that leaves us breathless with wonder. Exploring even further south brings us face-to-face with an Unidentified large jellyfish in brash ice at Cierva Cove, Antarctica. This mysterious creature thrives in extreme conditions and reminds us of life's resilience even in harsh environments. The striking Physalia pelagica or Portugese-man-of-war floats gracefully through tropical waters—an embodiment of grace mixed with danger. Its venomous tentacles serve as protection while its vibrant colors catch our eye against azure seas. Stepping back into history reveals Coral Gallery c.