Fire Coral Collection

RF - A vibrant Red Sea coral reef scene, with orange female Scalefin anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) teeming over Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma)

School of Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) females, swimming around Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) feeding on plankton brought to the reef by currents, Ras Mohammed National Park

Male Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming over garden of Fire corals (Millepora sp)
Male Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming over garden of Fire corals (Millepora sp.) in morning sunshine, Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming in front of Fire corals (Millepora dichotoma) and soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) and (Scleronephthya sp)

Blade fire coral (Millepora complanata) colonies breaking wave, protection against hurricanes. Guanaja Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Juvenile Damselfish (Stegastes) hiding amongst Blade fire coral (Millepora complanata). Roatan Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Polyps, c. 1860 (colour litho)
1109875 Polyps, c.1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Naturgeschichte des TierreichsA (Natural History of the Animal Kingdom)

Diverse hard coral growth (Pocillopora damicornis, Pocillopora verrucosa and Millepora dichotoma), flourishes beneath the barren desert cliffs in the Red Sea. Ras Katy, Sinai, Egypt

RF - Split level photo of a coral reef with hard corals (Acropora sp. Millepora sp. and Pocillopora sp.) and the shore with palm trees, at sunset. Red Sea

Anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), by Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) and soft coral, on coral reef, Shark Reef to Jolande Reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Egypt, Red Sea

Vibrant Red Sea reef scene, with orange female Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swarming in front of Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) feeding on plankton brought to the reef by currents

Millepora
Branching colony, 11 cm in height, of the hydrozoan Millepora from the Pleistocene of Aldabra in the Indian Ocean

A fire coral colony grows in Komodo National Park
A fire coral colony grows in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Lionfish foraging amongst corals and reef fish, Papua New Guinea
Lionfish (Pterois volitans) amongst corals and reef fish, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A pair of Colemans shrimp live among the venomous spines of a fire urchin
A pair of Colemans shrimp (Periclimenes colemani) live among the venomous spines of a fire urchin in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A Black Margate swimming off the coast of Key Largo, Florida
A Black Margate (Anisotremus surinamensis) swims over a reef of fire corals, sponges and sea fans in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

Christmas Tree Worm in fire coral, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A Gray Angelfish in the shallow waters off the coast of Key Largo, Florida
A Gray Angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus) swims by diamond and fire corals in the shallow waters of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

A pair of colorful Coleman Shrimp (Periclimenes colemani), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A pair of trumpetfish off the coast of Key Largo, Florida
A pair of adult and juvenile Trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) swim together over the coral reef in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo; Florida

Fragile corals grow in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Fragile corals grow in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Black and white zebra crab on fire coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Spotted Periclimenes colemani shrimp on fire coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Fire corals grow along a reef crest in the Caribbean Sea
Fire corals grow in the shallows along a reef crest in the Caribbean Sea

A Long-Spined Porcupinefish, Key Largo, Florida
A Long-Spined Porcupinefish (Diodon holocanthus). Its brilliant eyes reflect the light as it swims by fire coral in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

Tiny red and white crab on orange fire coral, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A colony of fire coral grows near Alor, Indonesia
A colony of fire coral grows in shallow water near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Two blue chromis swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, Key Largo, Florida
Two Blue Chromis (Chromis cyanea), one with a partially damaged tail, swim over brain coral (Diplora strigosa) and fire coral (Millepora alcicornis) in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo

A bi-color damselfish amongst the coral reef, Key Largo, Florida
A bi-color damselfish (Stegastes partitus) swimming at the base of a purple colored sea fan, surronded by tube sponges (Aplysina fistularis), fire coral (Millepora alcicornis)

A cuttlefish lays eggs in a fire coral on a reef in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Fire coral and hard coral reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, off Sharm el Sheikh, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Fire coral (Millepora sp.). This organism is not a true coral, but instead a colonial hydrozoan that is closely related to jellyfish

Broadclub cuttlefish about to lay eggs
Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) female preparing to lay eggs in fire coral (Millepora sp.). The eggs harden after they are laid

Broadclub cuttlefish egg. Egg laid by a broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) in fire coral. Photographed near Indonesia

Leopard blenny (Exallias brevis) perched on fire coral. This fish inhabits coral reefs in the tropical Indo-Pacific region, from east Africa to the Hawaiian islands

Lyretail anthias and coral
Lyretail anthias. Female lyretail anthias, or goldies, (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) with fire coral. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Freckled hawkfish (Paracirrhites forsteri) amongst fire coral (Millepora dichotoma). Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Fire coral, Millepora platyphylla, and schooling purple queen anthias, Pseudanthias pascalus, Ailuk atoll
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Highly diverse coral reef, mainly fire coral, Millepora platyphylla, and cauliflower coral, Pocillopora meandrina
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Fire Coral Millepora alcicornis) with orange coloured fish and clear blue water, Red Sea
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Yellow Butterfly fish in front of large fire coral. Red Sea
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Fire coral, with its vibrant hues and intricate formations, is a captivating sight in the Red Sea. In the Ras Mohammed National Park of Sinai, Egypt, a mesmerizing scene unfolds as a school of female Scalefin anthias fish gracefully swim around the fire coral, feasting on plankton carried by ocean currents. The morning sun casts a golden glow over the male Emperor angelfish as it glides above a garden of fire corals. This underwater paradise showcases the harmonious coexistence between different species. As we delve deeper into this enchanting world beneath the waves, an Emperor angelfish takes center stage against a backdrop of fire corals and soft corals. The vibrant colors blend seamlessly together, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves us breathless, and is here that we witness nature's artistry at its finest. Moving to another corner of our planet's oceans, blade fire coral colonies stand tall against crashing waves in Guanaja Island, Honduras. These resilient structures serve as protection against hurricanes—a testament to nature's ability to adapt and survive even in harsh conditions. Amongst these colonies hides juvenile Damselfish seeking shelter and safety. Traveling back in time through vintage illustrations brings us closer to understanding the historical significance of fire coral. Polyps from 1860 are beautifully depicted in colorful lithographs—an homage to early explorations and scientific discoveries that have shaped our knowledge today. Returning to present-day wonders, diverse hard coral growth thrives alongside fire corals like Pocillopora damicornis and Pocillopora verrucosa. Split-level photographs reveal an underwater oasis teeming with life—hard corals reaching towards sunlight while Anthias fish dance among them near their fiery companions. The Red Sea continues to amaze with its vibrancy—a symphony of orange female Scalefin anthias swimming amidst this kaleidoscope of colors provided by magnificent fire corals below.