Maldive Collection (page 3)

Schooling Bannerfishes
Alessandro Catta

A Maldive woman (engraving)
3653551 A Maldive woman (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Maldive woman. Illustration for The History of Mankind by Friedrich Ratzel (Macmillan)

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Clarks Anemonefish or Yellowtail Clownfish (Amphiprion clarkii), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Scuba diver and a coral reef, Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Manta Ray (Manta birostris), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Large Laced Moray or Honeycomb Moray (Gymnothorax favagineus), Ari Atoll, Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Vermillion Seabass or Coral Hind (Cephalopholis miniata), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

View of Funadoo Island from Funadovilligilli Island, North Huvadhoo Atoll, Southern Maldives, Indian Ocean

North Huvadhoo Atoll, Southern Maldives, Indian Ocean

Wooden pier with boat, side view, Maldives
Wooden pier with traditional maldivian boat, side view, Maldives, Indian ocean

Wooden pier with boats, indian ocean, Maldives
Wooden pier with traditional boats and pagoda, Maldives, Indian ocean

Aerial of atoll in the Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia

Maldive Crinoid (Dichrometra flagellata) and coral reef, Indian Ocean, Maldives

Rissos Dolphin (Grampus griseus) three adults, heavily scarred individuals, resting or logging at surface of water, Maldives, march

Striped Dolphin (Stenella coeruleoalba) adult, leaping out of water, Maldives, march

Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris) two adults, surfacing from water, Maldives, march

Rissos Dolphin (Grampus griseus) pod, with heavily scarred individuals, resting or logging at surface of water, Maldives, march

Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) fallen fruit on sandy beach, Maldives, march

Rissos Dolphin (Grampus griseus) adult, blow-hole, dorsal fin and back of scarred individual, surfacing from water, Maldives, march

Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) baleen plate, Maldives, march

Frasers Dolphin (Lagenodelphis hosei) pod, porpoising, surfacing from water, Maldives, march

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Welcome to the Maldives, a stunning resort destination located in the Southern Maldives of the Indian Ocean. This paradise is home to an array of captivating marine life that will leave you in awe. One of the fascinating creatures you may encounter here is the Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, a small actinopterygii fish known for its unique cleaning behavior. These helpful animals remove parasites and dead skin from larger aquatic species, ensuring their health and well-being. In the North Huvadhoo Atoll, you might witness breathtaking schools of Bannerfishes gracefully swimming through crystal-clear waters. Their vibrant colors create a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of colorful coral reefs. The Maldive Islands have long been associated with enchanting tales and cultural heritage. An engraving depicting a Maldive woman showcases their rich history and traditions that have shaped this beautiful nation. Diving deeper into these azure depths, you may come across playful Clownfish like Amphiprion Clarkii residing among magnificent sea anemones. These Asian dwellers are famous for their symbiotic relationship with these stinging creatures, offering them protection while benefiting from their shelter. Venturing further into this underwater wonderland reveals majestic cartilaginous creatures such as sharks and rays. Chondrichthyes species like Hammerhead Sharks or Birostris Stingrays glide effortlessly through the ocean's currents, showcasing both power and grace. Anthozoa organisms also thrive in this aquatic haven. The vividly colored corals provide shelter for countless marine animals while adding splashes of beauty to every dive experience. Beneath sandy bottoms lies another group of cartilaginous wonders - Batoidea fishes like Mobula birostris or manta rays elegantly soar through open waters. Observing these gentle giants up close is an unforgettable sight that will stay etched in your memory forever.