Moluccan Collection

Costumes de Différents Pays, Moluquois, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Moluquois, c1797

Ambonese dancing warrior in blue robe, c.1675-c.1725. Creator: Anon
Ambonese dancing warrior in blue robe, c.1675-c.1725. Kneeling warrior dressed in striped breeches, a red sash over his shoulder and a yellow headband

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Pair of Moluccan Cardinalfish - Aer Prang dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

Buru babirusa or Moluccan babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Red-and-blue lory (endangered) and Moluccan king parrot
Red-and-blue lory, Eos histrio (endangered) and Moluccan king parrot, Alisterus amboinensis. Handcoloured lithograph from Th

Regional music: Moluccan instruments, 1737
A selection of musical intruments from the Maluku Islands, Indonesia. Date: 1737

Fol. 30v Map of the Sea of Maluku, from the Cosmographie Universelle, 1555
XIR293822 Fol.30v Map of the Sea of Maluku, from the Cosmographie Universelle, 1555 (w/c on paper) by Le Testu, Guillaume (c.1509-73); Min

Twotone Wrasse (Halichoeres prosopeion) adult, Uhak Reef, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia, October

Longnose Filefish (Oxymonacanthus longirostris) adult, Tanjung Nukae, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia, October

Snowflake Moray (Echidna nebulosa) unusual colour variant, adult, head at entrance to hole, Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia, October

Barred-fin Moray (Gymnothorax zonipectus) adult, close-up of head, with mouth open, Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia, November

Honeycomb Moray (Gymnothorax favagineus) adult, close-up of head, with open mouth, with Threespot Dascyllus (Dascyllus trimaculatus) juvenile, Batu Kapal, Bandanaira, Banda Islands, Banda Sea

Threespot Dascyllus (Dascyllus trimaculatus) juvenile, resting on sponge, Uhak Reef, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia, October

Fisherman guiding fish basket onto fishing boat, Crucifixion Point, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Fish basket being raised onto fishing boat, Crucifixion Point, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Fisherman removing stone weights from fish basket, Crucifixion Point, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Fisherman with fish basket on fishing boat above and fish shoal below surface of water, Crucifixion Point, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

View of island and coral from above and below surface of water, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Volcanic eruption with ash plume, Mount Komba, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November 2013

Golden Bristle Worm (Chloeia flava) adult, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

Volcanic sand and sunbeams underwater, Volcano Drop, Komba Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Basket Star Shrimp (Periclimenes lanipes) adult, resting on basketstar at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Batu Coris Wrasse (Coris batuensis) adult, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Twospot Wrasse (Halichoeres biocellatus) adult, swimming, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Ornate Wrasse (Macropharyngodon ornatus) adult, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Solar Fairy-wrasse (Cirrhilabrus solorensis) adult, swimming, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

New Guinea Wrasse (Anampses neoguinaicus) juvenile, swimming, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Halfmoon Triggerfish (Sufflamen chrysopterum) juvenile, swimming, Tanjung Mamau, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Radial Filefish (Acreichthys radiatus) adult, camouflaged in xeniid soft coral, Reta Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Yellowfin Goatfish (Mulloidichthys vanicolensis) adults, shoal swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Sixspot Goby (Valenciennea sexguttata) adult, spitting out sand excavated from burrow, Tanjung Gedong, Flores Island, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Striped Goby (Asterropteryx striata) adult, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

Gold-speckled Shrimpgoby (Ctenogobiops pomastictus) adult, at burrow entrance in sand, Tanjung Gedong, Flores Island, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Yanos Dwarfgoby (Trimma yanoi) adult, Tanjung Tutunuuake, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Spot-tail Dartfish (Ptereleotris hetroptera) adult pair, swimming together, Tanjung Tutudiruru, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Goram Dragonet (Diplogrammus goramensis) adult, partially buried and camouflaged in sand, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Black-axil Chromis (Chromis atripectoralis) adult, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) adult female, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Randalls Anthias (Pseudanthias randalli) adult, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Black-backed Butterflyfish (Chaetodon melannotus) adult, swimming, Tanjung Muara, Sermata Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Shortsnout Boxfish (Ostracion rhinorhynchos) adult, swimming, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Two-spot Red Snapper (Lutjanus bohar) adult, swimming, Reong West, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Three-lined Blenny (Ecsenius trilineatus) adult, resting beside sea-squirts, Tanjung Tutunuuake, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Bicolour Fangblenny (Plagiotremus laudandus) adult, sheltering in coral, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Threadfin Anthias (Pseudanthias huchtii) adult female, swimming, Tanjung Muara, Sermata Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Coral reef habitat with fish shoal and hill above surface of water, Crucifixion Point, Pantar Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Sleepy Sponge Crab (Dromia dormia) adult, with sponge on back for camouflage at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Soft coral in sea cave habitat, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

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Discover the enchanting world of Moluccan, a hidden gem in Indonesia's Maluku Province. Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of this region, home to fascinating creatures like the Buru babirusa and Moluccan king parrot. Witness the vibrant hues of the endangered Red-and-blue lory as it flutters through lush forests. Indulge your senses with traditional Moluccan music played on authentic instruments that have been cherished since 1737. Let the melodies transport you back in time, evoking a sense of nostalgia for this ancient culture. Dive into crystal-clear waters surrounding Alor Island and be mesmerized by the graceful movements of the Solar Fairy-wrasse. Explore underwater wonders alongside scuba divers equipped with cameras, capturing breathtaking moments at Ameth Point in Nusa Laut. Uncover history's secrets as you gaze upon a map from 1555 depicting the Sea of Maluku, reminding us of its significance as a hub for trade and exploration during ancient times. Encounter unique marine life such as the Imperial Shrimp perched beside a Spanish Dancer at night, showcasing nature's intricate beauty beneath waves. Marvel at colorful Twotone Wrasse swimming gracefully near Uhak Reef on Wetar Island while Spotted Hawkfish elegantly glide along Uhak River. Lastly, witness Longnose Filefish gracefully navigating Tanjung Nukae on Wetar Island – an exquisite sight that will leave you awe-inspired by Mother Nature's artistry. Moluccan is not just another destination; it is an invitation to embark on an extraordinary journey where nature meets culture and history intertwines with modern-day marvels. Come explore this captivating paradise that promises unforgettable memories at every turn.