Hard Coral Collection (page 8)

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

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

Fragile corals grow in shallow water in Komodo National Park
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

Cardinalfish surround a coral bommie in a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Green sea turtle resting on a plate coral, North Sulawesi
Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) resting on a plate coral, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

White snapping shrimp on purple coral, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
White snapping shrimp on purple coral, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Fast-growing corals being grown in the Caribbean Sea
Fast-growing corals (Acropora sp.) are being grown by scientists in the Caribbean Sea. Once they reach a certain size they will be planted on a reef that has been previously damaged

A healthy and diverse coral reef grows in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A healthy and diverse coral reef grows near limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A healthy coral reef grows in the Solomon Islands, Melanesia. This region, in the eastern part of the Coral Triangle, harbors spectacular marine biodiversity and is known for its beautiful reefs

Plate coral in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Plate coral (Acropora hyacinthus) Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Sawtooth shrimp on yellow black coral, Komodo, Indonesia
Red and yellow sawtooth shrimp on yellow black coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Red and white crab, Komodo, Indonesia

Abstract of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Abstract of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Colorful corals near the island of Alor, Indonesia
Colorful corals thrive in shallow water near the island of Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Colorful reef-building corals grow on a 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

Fluffy brown, pink and red dendronephtya soft coral, Indonesia

Divers hovering above a large pink barrel sponge, Indonesia

A sea star clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A crown-of-thorns starfish on a reef in Indonesia
A crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci) feeds on corals on a reef in Indonesia. This species clears space on reefs for other corals and invertebrates to colonize

Delicate reef-building corals grow on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Cup coral polyps hang under a ledge on a reef in Fiji

Masses of staghorn coral, Papua New Guinea
Masses of staghorn coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Detail of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detail of coral polyps on a reef in Lembeh Strait
Detail of coral polyps (Diploastrea sp.) on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Tiny cowrie shell on dendronephtya soft coral, Indonesia
Tiny cowrie shell on dendronephtya soft coral, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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

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

Sunlight falls on a beautiful reef in Komodo National Park
Afternoon sunlight falls on a beautiful reef growing in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

A colorful crinoid clings to a shallow reef in the Solomon Islands. This beautiful Melanesian region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A diverse coral reef drops into deep water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

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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.