Hard Coral Collection (page 7)

Delicate corals grow near the island of Flores in Indonesia
Delicate corals grow on a shallow, healthy reef near the island of Flores in Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A fragile coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A beautiful coral reef grows in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A staghorn coral colony grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A diverse array of reef-building corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A diverse array of reef-building corals grow in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

Soft corals thrive on a healthy reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Phyllodesmium briareum nudibranch on purple hard coral, Indonesia

School of brown cardinalfish in front of hard coral, Komodo, Indonesia
School of brown cardinalfish in front of large green hard coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Colorful sea wall with regal angelfish and barrel sponges
Colorful sea wall with regal angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus) and grey and pink barrel sponges, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Cardinalfish surround a beautiful coral bommie in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A coral colony grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands
A colorful coral colony grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A beautiful coral reef grows in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A large boulder coral colony grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands
A large boulder coral colony (Porites lutea) grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Strange coral growth in a lake in Palau
A marine lake in Palau has an almost dream-like appearance due to the water color and strange coral growth

Corals grow along the edge of a mangrove forest in Raja Ampat
A collection of corals grow along the edge of a mangrove forest in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Coral colonies are beginning to bleach on a reef in Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A diver hovers above a coral colony in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A diver hovers above a coral colony (Tubastrea sp.) in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Christmas tree worm on coral, Belize

Ghost pipefish amongst yellow black coral, Komodo, Indonesia
Red and yellow translucent ghost pipefish with yellow black coral behind, Komodo, Indonesia

Coral polyps wait for plankton on a reef
Coral polyps (Galaxea sp.) wait for plankton on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Multiple christmas tree worms, Curacao

A healthy coral reef thrives in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Blue starfish cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia
Blue starfish (Linckia laevigata) cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia. This species of seastar is common throughout the Indo-Pacific

Detail of a large coral polyp in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Corals grow on a shallow reef in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Indonesia
The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Stony corals in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Stony corals (Acropora acuminata), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Elkhorn coral with schooling grunts and snappers on caribbean reef

Flamingo tongue snail on coral, Key Largo, Florida

Detail of anchor coral tentacles growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of anchor coral tentacles (Euphyllia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

A red and white Christmas tree worm in Cozumel, Mexico

A school of orange basslets on a healthy Fijian reef
A school of orange basslets (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a healthy Fijian reef

Extreme close-up of a christmas tree worm, Curacao

A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish lies on a coral reef in Indonesia
A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish (Cymbacephalus beauforti) lies on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Healthy corals cover a reef in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

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

Orange and black anemone, Komodo, Indonesia

Colourful reef scene, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives
Colourful reef with pink red and green hard and soft coral and orange anthias fish, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Elkhorn coral grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea
A colony of elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata) grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea

Small blenny in brain coral, Curacao

A colorful coral reef is covered by fish in Indonesia
A colorful coral reef is covered by fish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

A diverse array of corals grow in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef top with various types of soft coral under greenish water at sunset, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Detail of the polyps of a reef-building coral growing in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A soft coral colony near Alor, Indonesia
A soft coral colony and other invertebrates thrive in shallow water near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

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

A table coral is encroached upon by soft corals near the island of Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

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The vibrant world of hard coral is a sight to behold. In the crystal-clear waters, a school of green chromis gracefully weaves through the ocean currents, their emerald bodies shimmering in the sunlight. A couple of majestic green turtles glide alongside them, their ancient shells providing shelter for countless marine creatures. As a diver approaches, an awe-inspiring sight awaits - a large colony of Elkhorn coral stands tall and proud. Its intricate branches reach towards the surface, creating a mesmerizing underwater forest that teems with life. Amongst its delicate branches, Christmas-tree worms sway gently in rhythm with the waves, displaying their colorful plumes like ornaments on nature's own Christmas tree. Further along the reef flat lies another spectacle - Euphyllia ancora polyps in shades of brown and green create a stunning mosaic against Lembeh Strait's sandy bottom. This underwater oasis is home to corals such as Pocillopora damicornis which thrive under the warm tropical sun. Nature's camouflage artist can also be found here - a Common ghostgoby perfectly blends into its surroundings on top of a hard coral colony known as Plesiastrea sp. , showcasing nature's incredible ability to adapt and survive. In Kyushu, Japan, Pacific Ocean, an extraordinary event takes place as Leaf corals begin spawning simultaneously over vast distances. The synchronized release creates an enchanting display that fills the water with new life and potential for future generations. Symbiosis comes alive when open brain coral forms partnerships with zooxanthellae algae within its structure. This mutualistic relationship allows both organisms to flourish together harmoniously. A Giant clam surrounded by Lettuce coral paints yet another picture-perfect scene off Kosrae island. These magnificent creatures find solace amongst Turbinaria reniformis' fronds while adding splashes of color to this already breathtaking seascape. Shallow waters hold secrets too.