Polyp Collection (page 8)

Close-up of a goby on coral, Belize

Diver swims past a large sea anenome on a Fijian reef

Detailed view of yellow tube coral (Tubastrea) polyps with parasites, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Abstract of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Abstract of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A Clarks anemonefish snuggles amongst its hosts tentacles on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Small hermit crab living in an abandoned coral polyp hole, Fiji

Porcelain Crab on its anemone, Papua New Guinea

Bluestripe Clownfish in its host anemone, Papua New Guinea

Cryptic Teardrop Crab, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Rays from the setting sun shining on an anemone with a pair of clownfish
Rays from the setting sun shining on an anemone with a pair of orange and white clownfish, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Pink clownfish in white and blue anemone, Komodo, Indonesia
Pink clownfish in bleached white and blue anemone, Komodo, Indonesia

A pink anemonefish swims among the tentacles of its host anemone
A pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) swims among the tentacles of its host anemone near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Cup coral polyps hang under a ledge on a reef in Fiji

Sarasvati anemone shrimp on orange and green anemone
Sarasvati anemone shrimp (Periclimenes sarasvati) on orange and green anemone, Cenderawasih Bay, Papua New Guinea

Masses of staghorn coral, Papua New Guinea
Masses of staghorn coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Anemonefish in purple tip anemone, Australia

Close-up view of Sand Anemone, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Beautiful close-up view of sand anemone, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Detail of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detail of coral polyps on a reef in Lembeh Strait
Detail of coral polyps (Diploastrea sp.) on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Plumose anemone in Puget Sound in Seattle, Washington

Detailed close-up view of soft coral polyps feeding, Fiji

False Ocellaris Clownfish in its host anemone, Papua New Guinea

False clownfish swimming around their host anemone
False clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) swim around their host anemone on a reef in Indonesia

Plumose anemone and lingcod fish in Puget Sound, Seattle, Washington

Pink anemonefish in its host anenome, Fiji

Candy crab on red orange soft coral, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Candy crab (Hoplophrys oatesi) on red orange soft coral, Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Close-up of orange cup coral in the Caribbean

Close-up view of a Whip Coral
Close-up view of a whip coral, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A tiny crab clings to a sea pen on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Crustaceans make up a large part of the biodiversity found on reefs

Commensal shrimp on soft coral, Papua New Guinea
Commensal shrimp (Periclimenes holthuisi) on soft coral, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Propeller of Hilma Hooker shipwreck in Bonaire

A magnificent sea anemone grows in Komodo National Park
A colorful magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) grows in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Pink Anemonefish protect their purple anemone home, Papua New Guinea
Pink Anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) appear to be on lookout to protect their purple anemone home in the clear and warm ocean waters of Papua New Guinea

Yellowline Arrow Crab on anenome in Caribbean Sea

Cinnamon Clownfish in its host anemone, Fiji
Cinnamon Clownfish (Amphiprion melanopus) in its host anemone, Fiji

A family of pink anemonefish in anemone, Papua New Guinea
A family of four pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) in magnificent anemone, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Orange yellow anemone surrounded by brown algae, Antarctica

Two squat anemone shrimp in Curacao
Two squat anemone shrimp (Thor amboinensis) in Curacao

Hard coral polyps at 5x life size, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Small sea anenomes feeding at night, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Sarasvati anemone shrimp, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Sarasvati anemone shrimp (Periclimenes sarasvati), Bunaken National Patk, Sulawesi, Indonesia

The rare Colemans coral shrimp, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
The rare Colemans coral shrimp (Vir colemani), Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Anchor coral grows on a reef in Indonesia
Anchor coral (Euphyllia ancora) grows on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Bright orange cup corals grow on a vibrant reef in Indonesia
Bright orange cup corals (Tubastrea sp.) grow on a vibrant reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Detail of a beautiful mushroom coral on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a beautiful mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Goniopora coral polyps grow on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Coral polyps (Goniopora sp.) grow on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Close-up of a whip goby on whip coral, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Magnified View of the Freshwater Polype

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Polyps: From Coral Feeding Frenzies to Stunning Gorgonian Fans" Picture No. 11676238: Witness the mesmerizing beauty of a coral polyp at night, as it delicately feeds on a polychaete worm. These carnivorous creatures are known for their ability to capture and consume other animals, showcasing nature's fascinating predator-prey dynamics. Nighttime Feast on Heron Island: Immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef as a coral polyp indulges in its nocturnal meal, this time feasting on a fish. The reef comes alive after dark with these captivating feeding events. Battle for Survival: In an intense display of competition, two coral polyps engage in a fierce struggle over a small fish during the nighttime hours off Heron Island. Witness firsthand how even seemingly stationary organisms can exhibit remarkable aggression when resources are scarce. Enchanting Polyps on Gorgonian Fan Coral: Journey to West Papua, Indonesia, where stunning gorgonian fan corals serve as home to numerous polyps thriving amidst their intricate branches and colorful hues. A Close-Up Encounter with Purple Short Tentacle Mushroom Coral: Dive into Lembeh Strait's underwater wonderland and marvel at the close-up view of purple short tentacle mushroom coral (Fungia sp. ) polyps that adorn its surface like delicate flowers. Unveiling Nature's Artistry with Dead-man's Finger Coral: Explore Levenwick in Shetland, Scotland, where you'll discover the enchanting dead-man's finger (Alcyonium digitatum). Observe its feeding polyps up close and appreciate their role within this unique marine ecosystem found in North Atlantic Ocean waters. Diverse Marine Life Interactions.