Lembeh Strait Collection (page 4)

Yellow leaf scorpionfish with mouth wide open, North Sulawesi
Yellow leaf scorpionfish (Taenianotus triacanthus) with mouth wide open, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A pygmy cuttlefish blends into its environment
A pygmy cuttlefish (Sepia sp.) uses its color-changing abilities to blend into its environment in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Flamboyant cuttlefish embryos develop in their eggs
Flamboyant cuttlefish embryos (Metasepia pfefferi) develop in their eggs in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Tiny cryptic brown and grey shrimp mimicking soft coral
Tiny cryptic unidentified brown and grey shrimp mimicking soft coral, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Grey frogfish in coconut shell, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Harlequin ghost pipefish, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Pair of yellow and red harlequin ghost pipefish, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Pair of mandarinfish spawning, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Hairy squat lobster on pink sponge, Solomon Islands
Hairy squat lobster (Lauriea siagiani) on pink sponge, Solomon Islands

Face shot of a pink scorpionfish, North Sulawesi
Face shot of a pink rhinopias. Paddle-flap scorpionfish (Rhinopias eschmeyeri), Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Red and pink striated frogfish with large appendages, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Striated frogfish (Antennarius striatus), red and pink in color with large appendages, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A tiny shrimp lives on a pin cushion sea star on a reef in Indonesia

Cuttlefish with tentacles extended, North Sulawesi
Fierce-looking flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) with tentacles extended, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Three harlequin ghost pipefish, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Three yellow and red harlequin ghost pipefish, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Brown cuckatoo waspfish eating a worm, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Brown cuckatoo waspfish eating a worm, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Halgerda batangas nudibranch, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Halgerda batangas sea slug nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A mushroom coral fluoresces as UV light is shown upon it
A mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) fluoresces as UV light is shown upon it. Why many marine organisms fluoresce is unknown

Darkly-colored coconut octopus, North Sulawesi
Darkly-colored coconut octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) with bright suckers, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Cockatoo flounder on black sand, North Sulawesi
Cockatoo flounder (Samaris cristatus) on black sand with bright white spine fins spread out, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Detail of the green speckled eye of a juvenile porcupinefish, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Vibrant soft coral colonies grow on a reef in Lembeh Strait
Vibrant soft coral colonies grow on a reef dropoff in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Orange warty frogfish, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Orange warty frogfish (Antennarius maculatus) with fishing rod extended, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Transparent white and red harlequin ghost pipefish, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A wonderpus octopus crawls across a sand slope
A wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) crawls across a sand slope in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

Glossodoris cruenta nudibranch, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Glossodoris cruenta sea slug nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Chromodoris kunei nudibranch carrying an orange emperor shrimp on its back, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Translucent jellyish floating near the surface, North Sulawesi
Transluscent grey white jellyish floating near the surface, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A painted frogfish blends into its environment
A painted frogfish (Antennarius pictus) blends into its environment in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

A peacock mantis shrimp in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A peacock mantis shrimp uses its keen eyesight to search for predators and prey in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Frogfish with large lure, open mouth, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Frogfish (Antennarius sp.), yellow/orange variety with large lure, open mouth, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Green ambon scorpionfish, North Sulawesi
Green ambon scorpionfish (Pteroidichthys amboinensis), Lembeh Strait, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Sea hare with extended filaments, North Sulawesi
Translucent brownish red sea hare with extended filaments, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Translucent red shrimp on pink soft coral, North Sulawesi
Translucent red shrimp on pink soft coral, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A Reptilian snake eel hides in sand
A Reptilian snake eel (Brachysomophis henshawi) hides in sand in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This is an ambush predator that feeds on small reef fish and invertebrates

Mimic Octopus with arms spread out
Mimic Octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) with arms spread out, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Red-spotted porcelain crab hiding in grey anemone
Red-spotted Neopetrolisthes porcelain crab hiding in grey anemone, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Gold-speck jawfish mouth wide open, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Gold-speck jawfish mouth wide open, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Warty frogfish, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Golden cuttlefish, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A false clownfish snuggles amongst its hosts tentacles on a reef
A false clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) snuggles amongst its hosts tentacles on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A white-eyed moray eel searches for prey on a reef
A white-eyed moray eel (Gymnothorax thyrsoidea) searches for prey on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Detail of the eye of a porcupinefish as it swims on a reef in Indonesia

A transparent shrimp lives on a sea anemone in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A white-eyed moray eel (Gymnothorax thyrsoideus) lives on a coral reef in Indonesia

A pair of spiny tiger shrimp crawl on the seafloor
A pair of spiny tiger shrimp (Phyllognathia ceratophthalma) crawl on the seafloor of Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

A hairy frogfish waits to ambush prey on a reef
A hairy frogfish (Antennarius striatus) waits to ambush prey on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

Close-up of a giant frogfish
The eye of a giant frogfish (Antennarius commerson) looks for prey on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This is a classic example of an ambush predator

A pair of Pygmy seahorse on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A pair of Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti), side by side, red variety, on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A juvenile hairy frogfish, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A juvenile hairy frogfish (Antennarius striatus) of approximately 5mm length, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

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Discover the captivating wonders of Lembeh Strait, located on the enchanting Sulawesi Island in Indonesia. This underwater paradise is a haven for marine enthusiasts and offers an array of breathtaking sights. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world beneath the surface as you encounter two Coleman shrimp, gracefully commensal with a stunning Nudibranch (Phyllidia marindica). The Lembeh Strait, known for its rich biodiversity, showcases nature's intricate relationships. In December, witness the majestic Mantis shrimp as it roams freely through these crystal-clear waters. Its vibrant colors and powerful claws are sure to leave you awestruck. Expand your perspective with a wide-angle macro view of a Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching its mesmerizing tentacles. This intelligent creature will captivate you with its graceful movements and unique camouflage abilities. Be enchanted by the elusive Wonderpus octopus as it gracefully glides through this underwater wonderland. Its ethereal presence adds an element of mystery to this already enchanting place. Swim alongside the elegant Yellowtail butterflyfish as they navigate their way through coral reefs teeming with life. Their vivid yellow hues create a striking contrast against the backdrop of colorful corals. Marvel at nature's miracles as you come across a pregnant pygmy seahorse delicately clinging onto its surroundings. Witnessing new life unfold before your eyes is truly awe-inspiring. Delve into Lembeh Strait's depths and discover every detail of a pentagon sea star that calls these waters home. Its intricate patterns and textures showcase Mother Nature's artistry at its finest. Encounter a Giant frogfish (Antennarius commersoni) perched upon a large Yellow elephant ear sponge, showcasing both beauty and adaptability in one frame-worthy portrait. Witness pure artistry in motion as you spot the free-swimming mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus).