Reefs Collection (page 7)

Nudibranch (Goniobranchus geminus) on a coral reef, dorsal view, portrait, Similan Islands, Thailand, Andaman Sea

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

Nudibranch (Chromodoris annae) on a coral reef, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Molucca Sea

Yellowmargin moray (Gymnothorax flavimarginatus) peering out from Digitate leather coral (Sinularia sp)
Yellowmargin moray (Gymnothorax flavimarginatus) peering out from Digitate leather coral (Sinularia sp.) on a reef, Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum) sheltering beneath a large Table coral (Acropora sp.) on a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Shoal of large reef fish including Onespot snapper (Lutjanus monostigma), Oriental sweetlips (Plectorhinchus vittatus) and Sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum)

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) feeding on a coral reef, Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean. Critically endangered

Roundhead parrotfish (Chlorurus strongycephalus) feeding on coral and algae growing on a reef, South Male Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Large school of Glassfish (Apogonidae) swimming over colourful corals (Dendronephthya sp)
Large school of Glassfish (Apogonidae) swimming over colourful corals (Dendronephthya sp.) on a reef, Similan Islands, Thailand, Andaman Sea

Coral reef below the cliffs of Shark Observatory, Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

Day octopus (Octopus cyanea), occurs in both Pacific and Indian Oceans, from Hawaii to eastern coast of Africa, moving across coral reef, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) with shoals of damselfish (Pomacentridae) swimming through coral reef, Post Office Bay, Floreana Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean

Palau chambered nautilus (Nautilus belauensis) in front of red Sea fan (Gorgonia) on a vibrant coral reef, Palau, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Black triggerfish (Melichthys niger) swimming over reef, usually dark black in color, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Schooling bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) and Yellowback fusiliers (Caesio xanthonota) diving down close to the coral reef as predators approach, North Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

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

RF - Schoolmaster snapper (Lutjanus apodus) swimming through underwater caverns within a coral reef, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Caribbean Sea

Japanese pinecone fish (Monocentris japonica) under a ledge in the reef alongside a Giant moray eel (Gymnothorax javanicus) and Banded coral shrimps (Stenopus hispidus), Richelieu Rock

Raja Ampat
Cédric Péneau

Jackfish Ball
Daisuke Kurashima

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming over a reef, portrait, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean. Endangered

RF - Bluebelly blenny (Alloblennius pictus) looking out from hole in the reef, Gubal Island, Egypt, Red Sea. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

RF - Giant moray (Gymnothorax javanicus) with mouth open, looming out of a crevice in coral reef at night, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, Red Sea

RF - Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp)
RF - Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp.) on a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Male Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming over garden of Fire corals (Millepora sp)
Male Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming over garden of Fire corals (Millepora sp.) in morning sunshine, Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

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

School of Maldives anemonefish (Amphiprion nigripes) congregating around a Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) on a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Fluorescent coral (Pocillopora sp. ) at night on a coral reef in blue light
Fluorescent coral (Pocillopora sp.) at night on a coral reef in blue light, with the lights from a resort jetty behind, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Powderblue surgeonfish (Acanthurus leucosternon) school swimming over a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Striped cardinalfish (Apogon angustatus) sheltering beneath the stinging tentacles of a Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

PanoReef
Barathieu Gabriel

Raccoon butterflyfish (Chaetodon lunula), endemic Saddle wrasse (Thalassoma duperrey) and Sea urchin (Diadema sp)
Raccoon butterflyfish (Chaetodon lunula), endemic Saddle wrasse (Thalassoma duperrey) and Sea urchin (Diadema sp.) on reef, Lanai, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

A venomous Banded sea krait / Yellow-lipped sea krait (Laticauda colubrina) swimming over a coral reef, Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) circling the reef surrounded by various reef fish, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Diverse array of algae species including Sargassum weed (Sargassum horneri), Kelp (Laminariales), Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) on shallow reef with juvenile Pollock (Pollachius pollachius)

Tawny nurse shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) resting in a small cave during the day, Mu Koh Similan National Park, Andaman Sea, Phang-nga, Thailand

Blade fire coral (Millepora complanata) colonies breaking wave, protection against hurricanes. Guanaja Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Juvenile Damselfish (Stegastes) hiding amongst Blade fire coral (Millepora complanata). Roatan Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Diver inspecting Staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis) and Finger coral (Porites porites) colonies. Roatan Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezi) swimming through coral reef. Roatan Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) sitting disoriented on top of Common sea fan (Gorgonia ventalina) after being driven out of hiding by fisherman

Giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia muta) within coral reef. Utila Island, Honduras. Caribbean Sea

Decomposing carcass of a juvenile Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) caught / entangled in discarded ghost nets, Phuket, Thailand, Andaman Sea

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, on the surface for a breath off West Maui, Hawaii; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

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View of octopus above coral reefs. Date: 01/03/2005

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Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman Island, Wreck of SS Nicholson on sandy floor of Caribbean Sea Date: 14/12/2006

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat, Manta Point. Two manta rays swim past coral near bottom. Date: 19/05/2006

Looking for sharks
Serge Melesan

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Reefs are vibrant and diverse ecosystems that hold a world of wonders beneath the surface. From the majestic RF - Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully swimming over a coral reef to the breathtaking aerial view of Belize Blue Hole Lighthouse Reef in Belize Caribbean, these natural formations never fail to captivate us. In Whitsunday Island Hill inlet, Whitehaven Beach, located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Queensland, Australia, one can witness the sheer beauty of nature's masterpiece. The contrast between the crystal-clear waters and pristine white sand is truly awe-inspiring. Moving on to Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia, we encounter an enchanting sight where an underwater shot showcases both a colorful coral reef and a powdery white sandy beach. It's like stepping into paradise itself. Journeying further towards Komodo Island in Indonesia reveals another mesmerizing scene at a depth of 12m. Here lies a kaleidoscope of marine life amidst an underwater coral reef landscape that seems straight out of a dream. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park continues to amaze with its Hardy Reef off Queensland's coast in Australia. This location offers scuba divers an opportunity to explore its depths alongside giant moray eels and stunning coral reefs. As we venture across continents, Ras Mohammed National Park in Red Sea, Egypt presents yet another captivating image: two scuba divers surrounded by vibrant corals while encountering a giant moray with its mouth wide open – truly showcasing nature's raw power and beauty. Hawaii also boasts its own share of wonder as Green Sea Turtle TOM 254 glides through Pacific Ocean waters near Chelonia mydas © Tom & Pat Leeson / ARDEA LONDON). These graceful creatures add even more magic to already breathtaking landscapes. Finally, our journey concludes back at the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland where Ron & Valerie Taylor / ARDEA LONDON capture stunning scenes (VT 8226 and VT 8227).