Republic Of The Philippines Collection

RF - Mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) on walk about on coral reef. Puerto Galera, Philippines

Coconut / Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) hunts in the sand at night, while illuminated by a divers torch beam, Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Pacific Ocean

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) swimming in open ocean, Malapascua Island, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Larval Wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) drifting in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

False tiger moth (Dysphania militaris) Isle of Marinduque, Philipines

African pompano (Alectis ciliaris) juvenile with long trailing dorsal and anal fins, swimming in mid-water at night. In-camera double exposure

Jade vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) in glasshouse at Kew Gardens, London, UK. Endemic to the Philippines. Pollinated by sunbirds

Moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus) juvenile with transparent skin in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) being cleaned by a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) at Monad Shoal off Malapascua Island, Philippines

Wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) in its juvenile or larval stage. At this stage it is transparent and drifts in the open ocean as plankton. Anilao, Philippines

Trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) on the coral drop off, Sulu Sea, Philippines

Clownfish (Amphiprion sp) in anemone home, Philippines

Thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) swimming over seabed to be cleaned by cleaner wrasses, Cebu, Malaspascua, Philippines, September

Nudibranchs (Nembrotha chamberlaini) feeding on Tunicates (sea squirt) on a coral reef. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Paddle-flap scorpionfish (Rhinopias eschmeyeri) Puerto Galera, Philippines

Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) in translucent egg casing on the reef, Philippines, Asia

Coral Rabbitfish (Siganus corallinus) portrait, Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Philippine eagle owl (Bubo philippinensis) captive, endemic to the Philippines

Thimble jellyfish (Linuche unguiculata) aggregation, My Paradise Reef, Cabilao Island, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Three False clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) in Sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) Lighthouse Reef, Cabilao Island, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Pfeffers flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) composite image on black background showing colour variations, Puerto Galera, Philippines, Indo-Pacific

Scalloped ribbonfish (Zu cristatus) juvenile, Balayan Bay, Batangas, the Philippines

The Chocolate Hills are a geological formation in Bohol province in the Philippines. More than a thousand of these hills occur in a 50 square kilometre area

Colorful Pfeffers flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) swimming over a colony of cup coral at night, Philippines

Paper nautilus (Argonauta hians) in open water at night. Anilao, Batangas marine protected area, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Kaleidoscopic image of Variegated feather duster (Bispira variegata), Sabellidae. Puerto Galera, Philippines

Halimeda ghost pipefish (Solenostomus halimeda) mimicking the halimeda algae. Sulu sea, Philippines

False clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) in a magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), Sulu sea, Philippines

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

Larval flounder (possibly Laeops Kitahara) in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) holding on to a branch of a sea fan coral. Malapascua, Philippines

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) with boat propeller injury, Honda Bay, Palawan, The Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Rainforest and river outside the Batak village of Sitio Manggapin in Cleopatra s
Rainforest and river outside the Batak village of Sitio Manggapin in Cleopatras Needle Critical Habitat, Palawan, Philippines

Variegated feather duster (Bispira variegata) Sabellidae. Puerto Galera, Philippines

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

Magnificent feather duster worm (Protula magnifica) Puerto Galera, Philippines

Goldring tunicate (Clavelina robusta) Puerto Galera, Philippines

Ascidian (Rhopalaea sp) Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

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

Harlequin sweetlips (Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides) with cleaning Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) and Bicolour cleaner wrasse (Labroides bicolor) South Atoll, Tubbataha Atolls

Spotted jellyfish (Mastigias papua) Inanuran Island, Danajon Bank, Central Visayas, Philippines, April

Bigfin squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) hovering in mid water at night. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Aggregation of tiny isopods (Santia sp. ) living on the surface of a Blue sponge (Haliclona sp)
Aggregation of tiny isopods (Santia sp.) living on the surface of a Blue sponge (Haliclona sp.), there are two colour varieties here, possibly different species

Close up of pattern of the cerata of a nudibranch (Janolus savinkini). Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Hairy frogfish (Antennarius striatus) on a sandy seabed. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) capturing a pelagic shrimp with long red antennae, in midwater, at night. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines

Coleman shrimp (Periclimenes colemani) close up, on a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium). Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) hiding in coral, Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

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The Republic of the Philippines, a tropical paradise teeming with diverse marine life and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the vibrant coral reefs of Puerto Galera, where the RF-Mantis shrimp embarks on a walkabout, showcasing its mesmerizing colors amidst the bustling underwater world. In the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean near Malapascua Island, witness the grace and power of the Pelagic thresher shark as it gracefully glides through open waters. Its sleek silhouette leaves you in awe of nature's wonders. As night falls, venture into the mysterious depths where secrets come alive. The Coconut/Veined octopus emerges from its sandy hideout to hunt under cover of darkness. Its intricate movements and camouflage skills are truly remarkable. Drifting through moonlit waters off Anilao, behold an enchanting sight - Larval Wonderpus octopus floating gracefully in their translucent forms. These delicate creatures remind us of nature's delicate balance and beauty. Amidst this wonderland lies a creature fighting for survival -the critically endangered Hawksbill turtle. With its ventral view captured against the backdrop of Pacific Ocean waves, we are reminded that conservation efforts must be intensified to protect these majestic beings. Dive deeper into this underwater realm and discover a mesmerizing scene -a thriving coral reef adorned with Threadfin anthias shoals shimmering alongside Bluegreen chromis fish. This split-level composite shot showcases both sea life and lush coconut tree forests in perfect harmony. Venturing beyond aquatic realms, explore Marinduque Island where vibrant False tiger moths flutter amongst lush foliage. Their colorful wings add a touch of magic to this already captivating landscape. Nature's artistry extends even further as we encounter Jade vine at Kew Gardens in London – an exotic plant native to our beloved Philippines. Its cascading emerald tendrils create an ethereal atmosphere within glasshouse walls. Returning beneath ocean waves once more reveals another marvel –the juvenile Moorish idol.