Mollusk Collection (page 15)

Blue-ringed octopus, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A pygmy cuttlefish among corals and algae near a reef
A pygmy cuttlefish hovers among corals and algae near a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A pair of pink nudibranchs, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Flamingo tongue snail on coral, Key Largo, Florida

Nudibranch feeding on algae, Papua New Guinea

Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma nudibranch
Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma (Ceratosoma flavicostatum) nudibranch, head on view, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A broadclub cuttlefish swims above a diverse reef in Indonesia
A broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) swims above a diverse reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Reef Squid, USS Kittiwake, Grand Cayman

Lochs Chromodoris nudibranch, North Sulawesi
White, black and pink Lochs Chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Solar-powered nudibranch, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Solar-powered nudibranch (Phyllodesmium longicirrum), Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Close-up of a beautiful Halgerda batangas nudibranch
A Halgerda nudibranch (Halgerda batangas) crawls across the seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A pair of Risbecia tryoni nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Chromodoris kuniei nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Detailed view of a Flamingo Tongue Snail
Detailed view of a beautiful Flamingo Tongue Snail, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Pair of Chromodoris annae nudibranch on coral
Pair of Chromodoris annae nudibranch with brilliant blue and yellow skirt, crawling over green and pink coral, Anilao, Batangas, Philippines

A small bobtail squid crawls out of the sand
A small bobtail squid (Euprymna berryi) crawls out of the sand in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A wonderpus octopus in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) is found in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

A small octopus sits camouflaged on a sandy seafloor
An unidentified, small, camouflaged octopus sits on a sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Mimic Octopus head, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Mimic Octopus head, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Common octopus protecting a bottle, West Palm Beach, Florida

Tiny nudibranch on sea cucumber, Australia

Nudibranch feeding on a sponge, Papua New Guinea

Brown and white gastropod crawling on the sandy bottom hunting for food, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Halgerda batangas orange spotted nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A nudibranch crawls across the seafloor
A nudibranch (Glossodoris rufomarginatus) crawls across the seafloor of Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

An egg with a developing cuttlefish inside, Sulawesi, Indonesia
An egg with a developing cuttlefish inside, Manado, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Borwn and white nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Leopard chromodoris nudibranch
Leopard chromodoris (Chromodoris leopardus), head on view taken in Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Broadclub Cuttlefish with diver, Papua New Guinea
A Broadclub Cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) with diver, Inglis Shoal, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Black and white spotted budibranch, Bali, Indonesia
Black and white spotted budibranch (jorunna funebris), Bali, Indonesia

Pair of miamira magnifica nudibranch, Komodo, Indonesia

Colourful squid, Anambas, Indonesia

Colourful squid, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Colourful squid, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A blue-ringed octopus lings to the seafloor in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A blue-ringed octopus (Hapalochlaena sp.) clings to the seafloor in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This is the most venomous invertebrate on Earth

Close-up view of a Vomer conch with eye stalks and mouth extended
Close-up view of a Vomer conch (Strombus vomer) with eye stalks and mouth extended, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A Coconut Octopus, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia
A Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus), a species that gathers coconut and mollusk shells for shelter, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

The colorful Chromodoris kuniei on a West Papuan reef

Juvenile conch feeding at night, Papua New Guinea

A brightly colored nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Lettuce Sea Slug, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Elysia crispata, common name the lettuce sea slug, is a large and colorful species of sea slug, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Elizabeths chromodoris, Bunaken National Park, Indonesia
Elizabeths chromodoris (Chromodoris elisabethina), taken in Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Chromodoris hintuanensis sea slug nudibranch, Bali, Indonesia

Chromodoris dianae sea slug nudibranch, Mataking, Sabah, Malaysia

A wonderpus octopus in Indonesia
A wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) in Indonesia

Flamingo Tongue Snail on soft coral, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Phidiana indica nudibranch on purple sponge, Indonesia

Yellow and brown headshield slug on beige coral, Komodo, Indonesia
Yellow and brown headshield slug (Chelidonura amoena) on beige coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Red and white spotted nudibranch on black sand, Komodo, Indonesia
Chromodoris reticulata, red and white spotted nudibranch on black sand, Komodo, Indonesia

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"Mollusk Magic: Exploring the Enigmatic World of Aquatic Wonders" Dive into the depths of the ocean and discover a mesmerizing realm inhabited by extraordinary creatures. From the elusive giant octopus to extinct marine reptiles, mollusks have captivated scientists and enthusiasts alike for centuries. Unearthed from ancient times, fossils like Asteroceras and fossil ammonites provide us with glimpses into prehistoric oceans teeming with life. A chromolithograph from 1895 showcases an exquisite aquarium scene, where vibrant cephalopods dance gracefully in their watery abode. Intriguingly named Janthina violacea, the violet snail flaunts its stunning hue as it drifts along ocean currents. Meanwhile, the enigmatic octopus displays its intelligence through intricate behaviors and remarkable camouflage abilities that leave us in awe. Did you know that snails possess teeth? These tiny yet mighty structures enable them to rasp away at surfaces they encounter on their slow-moving journeys. In Indonesia's Sulawesi Island's Lembeh Strait, two Coleman shrimp find solace alongside each other as commensals with fascinating symbiotic relationships. Beware. The blue-ringed octopus (Hapalochlaena sp. ) may be small but packs a venomous punch. Its vivid blue rings serve as a warning sign to potential predators - a reminder of nature's delicate balance between beauty and danger. Not all they are cephalopods; some take on different forms like Argonauta hians or brown paper nautilus which create elegant shells resembling paper boats sailing through tranquil waters. Witnessing nature's miracles can be truly breathtaking - such as observing female limpets releasing streams of eggs into Hokkaido's waters during spawning season in Japan. This spectacle reminds us of the incredible diversity within our planet's aquatic ecosystems. Mollusks encompass an astonishing array of animal species, each with its own unique adaptations and characteristics.