Filter Feeders Collection (page 2)

Dianas hogfish swimming between three crinoids, Indonesia
Dianas hogfish (Bodianus diana), swimming between three crinoids, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Pair of whale sharks swimming around near the surface, with sharp sunrays shining through the water, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark reflected on surface, Christmas Island, Australia
Whale shark reflected on surface with scuba diver in the distance, Christmas Island, Australia

A large barrel sponge grows on a reef dropoff near Sulawesi, Indonesia
A large barrel sponge grows on a reef dropoff in Bunaken Marine Park, near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Feeding whale shark, La Paz, Mexico

Barrel sponge on Liberty Wreck, Bali, Indonesia

A barrel sponge attached to a reef wall, Papua New Guinea
A barrel sponge (Xestosongia testudinaria) attached to a reef wall on South Emma reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Underwater bouquet formed by cluster of ascidians, Bali, Indonesia
Underwater bouquet formed by cluster of blue, yellow, orange and red ascidians, Bali, Indonesia

Whale shark swimming up to the surface with remora clinging to its belly
Whale shark swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sun, sky and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark sucking at fishing nets for scraps of fish, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark tail near surface with sun rays, Christmas Island, Australia

Exteme close-up of the mouth of a crinoid feather star, Papua New Guinea

Four whale sharks swimming around near the surface under fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A scuba diver explores a reef with a large barrel sponge, Indonesia
A scuba diver explores a reef in Komodo National Park where large barrel sponges grow. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Whale shark and diver, Maldives

Whale shark swimming under bagan and fishing nets, with its head reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark swimming towards divers with mouth wide open, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale Shark feeding on fish, La Paz, Mexico

Pair of whale sharks swimming around near the surface under fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark and remora swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sunrays and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A feather star with arms extended, Papua New Guinea
A feather star (Crinoid sp.) with arms extended, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Red and white clam with green tunicates, Maldives
Red and white clam with green tunicates, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Whale Shark, La Paz, Mexico

Diver looks on at a Raja Ampat reefscape covered in crinoids, Indonesia
Diver looks on at a Raja Ampat reefscape covered in crinoids, West Papua, Indonesia

Massive whale shark swimming under fishing nets with remora in tow, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark coming up from the depths with mouth wide open, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A colony of feather stars attached to sponge, Papua New Guinea
A colony of multi-colored Crinoid feather stars (Crinoid sp) attached to a sponge, Vannessas reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Unidentified species of sponge with diver, Papua New Guinea
Unidentified species of sponge with diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe bay, Papua New Guinea

Whale shark descending to the depths with mouth wide open, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Large whale shark siphoning water from the surface, West Papua, Indonesia
Large whale shark siphoning water from the surface with sunrays painting lines on its skin, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Colony of crinoids, Papua New Guinea
Colony of crinoids, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Soft coral polyps feeding, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Whale shark swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sunrays and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale Shark
The whale shark is a slow-moving filter feeder and can grow up to 12.65 meters or 41.50 feet

Close-up of a yellow Christmas tree worm
Yellow Christmas tree worm (Spirobranchus giganteus), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Crinoids attached to a piece of wreckage, Solomon Islands

A diver looks into a cavern at a sponge, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Whale shark with remora, its body reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Top view of a pnk barrel sponge against the cyan reef bottom, Indonesia
Top view of a pnk barrel sponge looking like a saucer against the cyan reef bottom, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Large whale shark coming up to siphon water from the surface while divers look on, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark breaching the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
Whale shark breaching the surface, gulping water, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Barrel sponge and diver, Papua New Guinea
Barrel sponge (Xestospongia sp.) and diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe bay, Papua New Guinea

Whale shark breaching the surface while gulping water under fishing nets, with multiple reflections on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Colorful tunicates grow on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

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

A diver looks on at a giant barrel sponge, Papua New Guinea
A diver looks on at a giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

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

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"Discovering the Graceful World of Filter Feeders: From Reef Manta Rays to Disco Clams" Majestic and serene, reef manta rays gracefully glide over the shallows off Ukumehame in a mesmerizing mating train. The female takes the lead, captivating our attention with her elegance. (Maui, Hawaii) In a burst of vibrant pink hues, Andean flamingos showcase their filter-feeding skills as they gather by shimmering lakeshores. These beautiful birds truly embody nature's artistry. Leedsichthys fish astound us as they prepare to engulf an Ichthyosaurus marine reptile in one swift motion – a testament to their immense size and efficient filter-feeding technique. A bulbed anemone thrives on a colorful reef within Komodo National Park, Indonesia – serving as both shelter and sustenance for various filter feeders that call this underwater paradise home. Witnessing a whale shark feeding beneath a fishing platform in West Papua is nothing short of awe-inspiring; its massive mouth wide open while it engulfs plankton-rich waters with grace and precision. As divers observe in wonderment, a colossal whale shark effortlessly filters through Cenderawasih Bay's crystal-clear waters, showcasing its magnificent feeding behavior once again. With mouths agape under fishing platforms in West Papua, whale sharks delicately suck at fishing nets hoping to find scraps of fish left behind - reminding us of their adaptability amidst changing environments. Nature paints an enchanting picture as yellow crinoid feather stars contrast against vibrant red fan coral in Papua New Guinea's pristine waters - these delicate creatures are skilled filter feeders too. Underneath Sulawesi's turquoise waves lies the disco clam; adorned with iridescent lights that flicker like tiny disco balls – another fascinating example of how filter feeders thrive in diverse ecosystems.