Indo Pacific Collection (page 7)

Golden jellyfish (Mastigias papua), Jellyfish Lake, Palau

Juvenile blacksaddle filefish (Paraluteres prionurus) mimicking a black-saddled toby (puffer) fish (Canthigaster valentini) beside hard coral. This fish is found throughout the Indo-Pacific

Bottlenose Dolphin - showing air bubbles from blowhole
STA-15 Bottlenose DOLPHIN - blows bubbles from blow hole, facing camera air bubbles rising Tursiops truncatus Complex play / creative behaviour

Bottlenose dolphin - blowing air bubbles underwater
STA-80 Bottlenose dolphin - blowing air bubbles underwater Distribution: Worldwide except polar regions Tursiops truncatus Complex play / creative behaviour

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This male Indo-Pacific sergeant major, Abudefduf vaigiensis, is tending to the dark purple egg mass that was deposited underneath him on the bottom, Hawaii

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A lionfish, Pterois volitans, and alcyonarian soft coral, Fiji

This is a microscopic look at the detail on an Indian feather duster worm (Sabellastarte indica) one of the larger of this family reaching 4 inches across, Yap, Micronesia

Dragon moray eel (Enchelycore pardalis) off the island of Maui, Hawaii; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Close look in between the spines of the Crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci); Hawaii, United States of America

Crown-Of-Thorns Starfish, Acanthaster planci, Hawaii, USA
Close look in between the spines of the Crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci); Hawaii, United States of America

Hawksbill Sea Turtle, Eretmochelys imbricata, Fiji
A critically endangered Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) on a colourful reef at Turtle Alley off the island of Kandavu, Fiji; Fiji

Arnazs Damselfish, Chrysiptera arnazae, Philippines
A huge fan of gorgonian coral is the background for Arnazs damselfish (Chrysiptera arnazae). Adults inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs at a depth to avoid the effects of the surge; Philippines

Broadclub Cuttlefish, Philippines
A close look at the head and eye of a Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus); Philippines

Grey Reef Sharks, Yap, Micronesia
A pair of a Grey reef sharks (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) on patrol off the island of Yap; Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Green covered rock formation jutting out into the ocean, Klungkung Beach, Nusa Penida, Indonesia
Sea stack and rock formation along coastline jutting out into the ocean in the Nusa Islands; Klungkung Beach, Nusa Penida, Indonesia

Endemic juvenile Hawaiian Spotted Toby hiding in a red pencil urchin, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Endemic juvenile Hawaiian Spotted Toby (Canthigaster jactator) hiding in a red pencil urchin (Heterocentrotus mamillatus); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Lionfish, Pterois volitans, Philippines
A trio of Lionfish (Pterois volitans) hunt above a reef in the Philippines; Philippines

Coral hermit crab, Paguritta vittata, Yap, Micronesia
This species of Coral hermit crab (Paguritta vittata) lives in a hole in hard coral and traps passing plankton in its feathery antennae; Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Blacklip Butterflyfish (Chaetodon kleinii); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Macro detail of Crown-of-Thorns Starfish (Acanthaster planci); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Black-sided Hawkfish (Paracirrhites forsteri); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Macro detail of a Red Slate Pencil Sea Urchin (Heterocentrotus mamillatus); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Diver and schooling bream and sharks, Yap, Micronesia
Diver with schooling Gold-spot emperor, or bream (Gnathodentex aureolineatus), and blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) off the island of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Manitis Shrimp, Cebu, Philippines
The Mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) is also known as a clown mantis shrimp and peacock mantis shrimp; Cebu, Philippines

Orange-fin Anemonefish, Philippines
This juvenile Orange-fin anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus) is pictured hiding in a beaded anemone (Heteractis aurora); Philippines

Spiny Devilfish, Philippines
The venomous demon stinger or spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) deserves its impressively fearsome names. It can cause pain or death; Philippines

Pufferfish, Yap, Micronesia
A close look at the face of a blackspotted puffer or dog-faced puffer (Arothron nigropunctatus); Yap, Federated States of Micronesia

Squat Shrimp on anemone, Philippines
A close look at a squat shrimp (Thor amboinensis), on a beaded anemone (Heteractis aurora). This anemone has been found as host to 7 different species of clownfish as well as the domino damselfish;

Pajama Cardinalfish
A Pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) photographed at night off the island of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Cuttlefish
This female Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) is about to deposit an egg into the finger coral. The egg can be seen just back from the end of her tentacles; Philippines

Shovelnose Ray
The Common shovelnose ray (Glaucostegus typus) is also known as the giant shovelnose ray, great northern shovelnose or giant guitarfish, They are found in the central Indo-Pacific

A Red Slate Pencil Urchin (Heterocentrotus Mamillatus) Sounds On The Sand At The Beach; Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, United States Of America

Glory of the sea cone shell C019 / 1313
Glory of the sea cone shell. Shell of a glory of the sea cone shell (Conus gloriamaris) sea snail. Cone shells are venomous predatory marine gastropod molluscs that can be dangerous to humans

Hard coral (Favites sp.). Close-up of cirular polyps on hard coral. Photographed in Banda, Moluccas, Indonesia

Featherstar swimming
Featherstar (crinoid) swimming over a reef. Featherstars frequently swim over reefs to find a good spot for feeding. Photographed in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Titan triggerfish. Close-up of the mouth of a titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) showing the large teeth that it uses to break up the coral, shellfish and crustaceans on which it feeds

Wonderpus Octopus, Wunderpus photogenicus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Stingray - These large soft rays live on sand in the Moorea lagoon. They have become a tourist attraction
VT-8658 STINGRAY - These large soft rays live on sand in the Moorea lagoon. They have become a tourist attraction. Moorea, French Polynesia Moorea, French Polynesia Taeniura sp

Threadfin Butterfly Fish Indo Pacific
VT-5349 Threadfin BUTTERFLY FISH Indo-Pacific Chaetodon auriga Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Lionfish / Dragonfish- common on shallow coral reefs Indo-Pacific
PM-10082 Lionfish / Dragonfish - common on shallow coral reefs Indo-Pacific Pterois volitans Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black Tip reef sharks - These harmless sharks are following divers Valerie Taylor
VT-8682 Black-tip / Blacktip Reef SHARKS - These harmless sharks are following divers Valerie Taylor and Guillaume Vilcot hoping for a free feed

Black Tip reef shark - considered harmless to man these sharks are found in shallow water around coral reefs
VT-8638 Black-tip / Blacktip Reef shark - male - considered harmless to man these sharks are found in shallow water around coral reefs

Epaulette Shark - Common in tropical indo Pacific. Usually found laying on bottom, in caves. Papua New Guinea SHA-020
VT-8527 Epaulette Shark - common in tropical Indo-pacific. Usually found lying on bottom, in caves. Papua New Guinea Hemiscyllium ocellatum Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for

Grey Reef Sharks - swimming into the Fakarava Lagoon, an unusual sight except in the passes through the coral reefs of
VT-8246 Grey Reef Sharks - swimming into the Fakarava Lagoon, an unusual sight except in the passes through the coral reefs of the Tumotos

Bottlenose dolphin - blowing air bubble
STA-68 Bottlenose dolphin - blowing air bubble Distribution: Worldwide except polar regions Tursiops truncatus Complex play / creative behaviour

Bottlenose dolphins - dancing underwater
STA-95 Bottlenose dolphins - dancing underwater Distribution: Worldwide except polar regions Tursiops truncatus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Bottlenose dolphin - underwater
STA-101 Bottlenose dolphin - underwater Distribution: Worldwide except polar regions Tursiops truncatus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Finger-shaped clusters of Ritters Radianthus or Magnificent Sea Anemone (Heteractis magnifica)

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"Exploring the Enchanting Indo-Pacific: A Mosaic of Marine Wonders" Dive into the mesmerizing world of the Indo-Pacific, where breathtaking encounters with nature await. Witness the intelligence and playfulness of Bottlenose dolphins as they amaze us by blowing air rings underwater, showcasing their remarkable abilities. These majestic creatures, like Bottlenose Dolphin STA 13 Two captured in a stunning photograph by Augusto Leandro Stanzani / ARDEA LONDON, never cease to captivate our hearts. Venturing deeper beneath the surface, we encounter a sea cucumber gracefully gliding through the ocean currents. Its unique form and gentle movements remind us of nature's endless wonders. Amidst this vibrant ecosystem, we are greeted by the swift and powerful Black marlin, displaying its prowess as it navigates through open waters. The Arabian Picasso triggerfish adds a splash of color to this aquatic tapestry with its striking patterns and vivid hues. As we explore further, we come across an enchanting scene—a male Black Tip reef shark swimming above a female counterpart in perfect harmony. These magnificent creatures pose no threat to humans and can often be found hunting near onshore reefs or in shallow waters such as those off moores in French Polynesia. Witnessing two Bottlenose dolphins together is truly magical; their synchronized movements create an ethereal ballet that leaves us awestruck. The Triggerfish/Picasso/White-barred Fish also catches our attention with its intricate markings—nature's own masterpiece painted on these graceful swimmers. Intriguingly shaped Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks from Galapagos grace our presence next—an emblematic species symbolizing both power and vulnerability within this delicate ecosystem. And then there are Stingrays—the gentle giants that call Moorea lagoon home—gliding effortlessly over sandy bottoms while becoming beloved tourist attractions for visitors to French Polynesia.