Platax Collection

Large school of Bohar snappers (Lutjanus bohar) gather with smaller shoal of Batfish (Platax orbicularis) in open water off Ras Mohammed at the tip of Sinai, Egypt

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A juvenile zebra batfish amid coral. Date: 11/02/2005

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Mozambique, Guinjata Bay, Jangamo Beach. Underwater view of Teira Batfish (Platax teira) at Manta Reef Date: 17/07/2007

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Zebra batfish, Platax batavianus. Young swimming among mangrove roots. Inhabits continental reefs. Adults usually moderately deep on open substrates with sparse reef or coral heads

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Orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis, drifting next to a dead leaf fallen from the mangrove. Young fish have a curious behavior related to feeding

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Orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis, drifting next to a dead leaf fallen from the mangrove. Young fish have a curious behaviour related to feeding

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Orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis, drifting next to a dead leaf fallen from the mangrove. Young fish have a curious behaviour related to feeding

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Longfin spadefish, Platax teira. Two fish under pier structure. Large adults live in sheltered bays as well as deep offshore

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Pinnate spadefish, Platax pinnatus. Young animal swimming among mangrove roots. Adults are generally solitary and found under overhangs of steep outer reef slopes to a depth of at least 20 m

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Orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis. Two young fish close to surface at sunset. Young fish have a curious behavior related to feeding

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Orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis, by sunset. Juvenile fish use to protect themselves from predators on the mangrove drifting motionless with the current becoming easily mistaken for dead leaves

French angelfish, Emperor angelfish, batfish
French angelfish, Pomacanthus paru 14, Emperor angelfish, Pomacanthus imperator 15, batfish, Platax orbicularis 16, and longfin baitfish, Platax teira 17

Longfin batfish, Platax teira (Long-finned chaetodon, Chaetodon teira). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Longfin batfish (Platax teira) with Fusiliers (Caesio spp.) in the current in front of Baby Rock pinnacle. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Group of Circular spadefish (Platax orbicularis) gather at a cleaning station beneath a table coral (Acropora sp.) on a coral reef. Shark Reef, Ras Mohammed, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

School of Longfin spadefish (Platax teira), Kimbe Bay, West New Britain, Papua New Guinea

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Juvenile Pinnate Spadefish with golden margin Pink Beach dive site, Padar Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Juvenile Pinnate Spadefish

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Longfin Batfish large school. Date:

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Longfin Batfish large school against sun. Date:

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School of Teira Batfish -Platax teira- under jetty, Makadi Bay, Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt

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Juvenile Pinnate Spadefish with disctinctive gold margin of juvenile Tanjung Kubur dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Juvenile Pinnate Spadefish

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Pinnate Spadefish Tatawa Kecil dive site, between Komodo and Flores islands, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Pinnate Spadefish

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Longfin / Round / Teira Batfish - Scuba Diver with Shoal of Batfish (Platax teira) Date:

PLATAX (BATFISH) / 1860
Platax Guttulatus Platax Punctulatus a Type of Bat Fish

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Platax, also known as the French angelfish or Emperor angelfish, is a fascinating species that belongs to the batfish family. With its distinctive appearance and long fins, the Platax teira stands out among other marine creatures. Its scientific identification codes DDE-90024607 and DDE-90021248 highlight its uniqueness in the underwater world. The Platax species boasts an array of captivating features. Its vibrant colors and intricate patterns make it a true marvel to behold. The mesmerizing blend of blues, yellows, and oranges on their bodies creates a stunning visual spectacle for any diver lucky enough to encounter them. These graceful creatures are often found in tropical waters, particularly around coral reefs where they can seek shelter amongst the corals. Their ability to camouflage with their surroundings helps them evade predators while providing ample opportunities for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike to capture their beauty. One cannot help but be captivated by their elegant movements through water - gracefully gliding with each flutter of their elongated fins. Their unique body shape allows them to maneuver effortlessly through even the most intricate coral formations. While primarily herbivorous feeders, they have been observed occasionally indulging in small crustaceans or mollusks when vegetation is scarce. This adaptability showcases their resourcefulness in surviving various environmental conditions. Encountering a Platax during a dive is truly an unforgettable experience. These enchanting fish embody grace and beauty as they navigate through colorful reef ecosystems alongside other marine life forms such as clownfish or triggerfish (13132557) (13132556) (13132555) (13132554) (13132553). So next time you find yourself exploring underwater realms, keep an eye out for these magnificent creatures – you won't be disappointed.