Perciformes Collection (page 4)

Several mimic goatfish (Mulliodichthys mimicus) hide within a school of Bluestripe snapper (Lutjanus kasmira) on a coral reef. North Ari Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

School of White collar butterflyfish (Chaetodon collare) pack together above a coral reef. North Male Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) off Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. October

Chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) migrate up a small river near Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada. September

Graysby fish (Cephalopholis cruentata) a type of grouper, hiding in a sponge off Eleuthera, Bahamas

A juvenile soldierfish, possibly a Crescent-tail bigeye (Priacanthus hamrur) in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

Sohal surgeonfish (Acanthurus sohal), Red Sea, Egypt. January

Rock flagtail (Kuhlia rupestris) fish in river on the Southern Lagoon, Forgotten Coast, Lagoons of New Caledonia: Reef Diversity and Associated Ecosystems UNESCO World Heritage Site. New Caledonia

Sergeant major (Abudefduf sp) schooling in mangroves of Isabela Island, Galapagos

Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) in green turbid waters, Gunnison River, Colorado, USA, April

Bohar snapper (Lutjanus bohar) school at Ras Mohammed, Shark Reef, Ras Mohammed, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Silver Drummer (Kyphosus sydneyanus) fish off the coast of Neds Beach, Lord Howe island, Lord Howe Island Group UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, New South Wales, Australia, October 2012

Giant Manta Ray (Manta birostris), with Remoras (Echeneididae) Socorro Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve (Socorro Islands), Pacific Ocean, Western Mexico, March

Orange anemonefish (Amphiprion sandaracinos) in its host Mertens carpet sea anemone (Stichodactyla mertensii). Mabul Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. Celebes Sea / Sulawesi Sea

Flame anthias (Pseudanthias ignitus) displaying to the more drab female (above) during courtship in the evening. Similan Islands, Thailand. Andaman Sea, Indian Ocean

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) female at night with Bar jacks (Caranx ruber), South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) Yap, Micronesia

Bignose unicornfish (Naso vlamingii) profile of male displaying (the blue stripe at the bottom of the frame is the tail of another individual) Baa Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Blackspotted stingray (Taeniurops meyeni) with a remora (Echeneis naucrates) attached to its belly swimming in the open water with a diver in the background. Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Galapagos barnacle blenny (Acanthemblemaria castroi) looking out from its home in an old barnacle shell. Cape Marshall, Isabela Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii), pair tending to egg mass placed beside the protection of an anemone. Yap, Micronesia

Bigeye trevally (Caranx sexfasciatus) forming a circular shoal in blue water, on the drop off of a coral reef. Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Galapagos barnacle blenny (Acanthemblemaria castroi) looking out from its home in an old barnacle shell. Cape Marshall, Isabela Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Black Bream (Spondyliosoma cantharus) washed up on shore, Sark, British Channel Islands, August

RF - Orange skunk clownfish (Amphiprion sandaracinos) in anemone, Puerto Galera, Philippines

Big-eye or Goggle-eye (Priacanthus hamrur) and Crown squirrelfish (Sargocentron diadema) on wreck colonised by corals, Red Sea, Egypt. January

Kaleidoscopic image of coral reef with soft corals (Dendropnethya) shoal of Yellow back fusilliers (Caesio teres) West Papua, Indonesia

Spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) male with bleached anemone, Bunaken National Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Big-eye fish (Priacanthus hamrur). Egypt, Red Sea

Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming past coral reef. Egypt, Red Sea

Yellowbar angelfish (Pomacanthus maculosus) Egypt, Red Sea

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

RF - Shoal of Slender pinjalo snappers (Pinjalo lewisi) swimming over soft corals on coral reef. West Papua, Indonesia

Ring-tailed Cardinalfish (Apogon aureus) West Papua, Indonesia

Crown spotty blenny (Laiphognathus longispinis) Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung East Country Park, Hong Kong, China

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) jumping up waterfall during spawning migration upstream, Ume River, Sweden. July. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Painted cardinalfish (Archamia fucata) Yap, Micronesia

European barracuda (Sphyraena sphyraena) and Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix) circling baitball of Atlantic horse mackerel (Trachurus trachurus) Formigas Islets, Azores

Bullethead parrotfish (Chlorurus sordidus) male, close up of eye, whilst sleeping at night. The Alternatives, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Whitebelly damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon leucogaster) pair spawning / laying eggs on a seafan (Annella mollis). Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Goby (Bryaninops sp) on coral branch, Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Reef and shoal of Jewel fairy basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) South Point dive site, Sanganeb reef, Sudan, Red Sea

Underwater view of Brown bear (Ursus arctos) paw fishing for Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) with paw outstretched. Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamtchatka Sanctuary, Far East Russia. August

Bengal snapper (Lutjanus bengalensis), Bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) and Fusiliers (Caesio sp)
Bengal snapper (Lutjanus bengalensis), Bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) and Fusiliers (Caesio sp.) diving towards coral reef to avoid predators. North Ari Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Oriental sweetlips (Plectorhinchus vittatus) pair. South Ari Atoll, Madlives. Indian Ocean

Reticulate stargazer (Uranoscopus sp. ) portrait. Ambon Bay, Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia
Reticulate stargazer (Uranoscopus sp.) portrait. Ambon Bay, Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) just swimming out of mouth of Oblique / Diagonal banded sweetlips (Plectorhinchus lineatus) whilst cleaning / feeding, New Caledonia. Pacific Ocean

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Perciformes, also known as perch-like fish, encompass a diverse group of aquatic creatures that inhabit our oceans and freshwater bodies. From the majestic Dugong gracefully grazing on seagrass meadows to the Hawksbill sea turtle elegantly gliding over vibrant coral reefs, these species showcase the beauty and intricacy of marine life. Among them are the Eastern pomfreds, with their striking scalloped fins adding a touch of elegance to underwater landscapes. The male Ballan wrasse proudly displays his vibrant mating colors, captivating observers with his mesmerizing appearance. The Mediterranean parrotfish hovers above an algae-covered rock, its vivid hues blending harmoniously with its surroundings. In freshwater habitats like Cenote Nicte-Ha, colorful Cichlids find solace amidst water plants and leaves, creating a picturesque scene. Side by side swim Atlantic Mackerel and Chub Mackerel; their streamlined bodies perfectly adapted for swift movements through the water. Meanwhile, Dolphin Fish playfully surface dwell while showcasing their ray-finned magnificence. In the depths of Cod Hole in Australia's Great Barrier Reef resides the impressive Potato cod or potato grouper. This giant among fish commands attention with its sheer size and presence. Illustrations depicting Pomfret capture their unique features - sleek bodies designed for efficient swimming in open waters. And let us not forget about Naso brevirostris - a juvenile Pletail unicornfish whose horn will continue to grow as it matures into adulthood. Perciformes truly exemplify nature's artistry beneath the waves – an enchanting realm where colors blend seamlessly with form and function. These remarkable creatures remind us of the immense diversity that exists within our planet's aquatic ecosystems – each one deserving admiration and protection for generations to come.