Orange Basslet Collection

Female scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in front of a school of glassfish (Apogonidae), whose shiny bodies are rendered into out of focus bokeh patterns. Laamu Atoll, Maldives

Gorgonian sea fan (Melithaea sp. ) with Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias sqamipinnis)
Gorgonian sea fan (Melithaea sp.) with Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias sqamipinnis). Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand

School of Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) females, swimming around Fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) feeding on plankton brought to the reef by currents, Ras Mohammed National Park

Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) male, swimming close to surface, Sharm El Sheikh, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

School of orange Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a coral reef with table corals (Acropora sp)
School of orange Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a coral reef with table corals (Acropora sp.) and red soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.), Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt

Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming in front of Fire corals (Millepora dichotoma) and soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) and (Scleronephthya sp)

Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp)
Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp.), Fiji, Pacific Ocean

Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) male with a long exposure. Ras Katy, Sharm El Shiekh, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea. Commended in the GDT Photography competition 2019

Kaleidoscopic image of soft coral (Dendronephthya sp.) and Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis). Egypt, Red Sea

RF - Shallow depth of field portrait of male Scalefin anthia (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in open water above coral reef photographed against sunset. The Alternatives, Sinai, Egypt

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In the vibrant waters of Ras Mohammed National Park in Sinai, Egypt, a female scalefin anthias gracefully swims in front of a mesmerizing school of her kind. The fiery orange hue of this beautiful fish contrasts against the backdrop of fire coral and the intricate dance of plankton brought to the reef by gentle currents. Meanwhile, a male scalefin anthias glides close to the water's surface in Sharm El Sheikh, showcasing his striking colors and elegant movements. In another corner of Ras Mohammed National Park, a stunning tableau unfolds as a school of orange scalefin anthias congregates around table corals and red soft corals, and is here that they find refuge and sustenance amidst their vibrant surroundings. The underwater world continues to amaze as an emperor angelfish takes center stage amongst fire corals and soft corals. Accompanying it are the ever-present scalefin anthias, adding bursts of color to this captivating scene. Traveling across oceans to Fiji in the Pacific Ocean, we encounter yet another breathtaking sight: a scalefin anthias positioned proudly before a gorgonian sea fan. This harmonious pairing showcases nature's artistry at its finest. Moving closer to home at Ras Katy in Sharm El Sheikh, we witness an ethereal long exposure image capturing the gracefulness of a male scalefin anthia. Its delicate movements create streaks against the tranquil background. A kaleidoscope comes alive beneath our gaze as soft coral intertwines with gorgonian sea fans while lyretail anthias add their own touch of elegance. Zooming into shallow depths reveals an intimate portrait captured with shallow depth-of-field precision - every detail highlighting the beauty within each individual male scalefin anthia. Finally, we witness three female scalefins joining forces with a larger male on their spawning rise near Sha'ab Abu Nuhas. This momentous occasion symbolizes new beginnings for these enchanting creatures as they continue to thrive in the Red Sea's rich ecosystem.