Sea Goldie Collection (page 2)

Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) adult female, swimming, Nyata Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Fish over a healthy coral reef
Scalefin anthias, Pseudanthias squamipinnis, and other reef fish over a healthy coral reef at North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Sea goldie fish over coral
Sea goldie fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) over a hard coral. This fish is found around coral reefs throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific region, from eastern Africa to the western Pacific

Male lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis). The male fish can reach a length of up to 15 centimetres, whereas the female is around 7 centimetres. This fish feeds predominantly on zooplankton

Sea goldie shoal (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a coral reef. This fish inhabits coral reefs in the Indian Ocean and western Pacific Ocean. This shoal is made up of females

Sea goldie fish and a scuba diver
Sea goldie shoal and a scuba diver. Sea goldie (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) or scalefin anthias shoal in large groups around coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. They feed on zooplankton

Anthias swimming over a reef
Anthias (Pseudanthias sp.) swimming over a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Lyretail anthias females and corals
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) females and corals. This fish is also known as the sea goldie. It can reach up to 15 centimetres in length

Lyretail anthias females
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) females. This fish is also known as the sea goldie. It can reach up to 15 centimetres in length and is found throughout the Indo-West Pacific region

Lyretail anthias and corals
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) over corals in shallow water. This fish is also known as the sea goldie. It can reach up to 15 centimetres in length

Lyretail anthias and fusiliers
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis, centre) and fusiliers (top) on a coral reef. The lyretail anthias is also known as the sea goldie

Lyretail anthias and featherstar
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) and a crinoid or featherstar (bottom) on a coral reef. The lyretail anthias is also known as the sea goldie

Lyretail anthias female
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) female. This fish is also known as the sea goldie. It can reach up to 15 centimetres in length and is found throughout the Indo-West Pacific region

Lyretail anthias fish
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) fish amongst coral, sponges and crinoids. This fish is also known as the sea goldie

Lyretail anthias and soft corals
Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) with soft corals on a reef. This fish is also known as the sea goldie. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), also known as sea goldies, with a gorgonian coral fan (pink) and featherstars (black). Photographed off Bali, Indonesia

Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis). Tower, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt. (rr)
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Scalefin Anthias or Lyretail Anthias (Anthias squamipinnis) Male swimming across in full profile showing all adult male
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The vibrant world beneath the waves comes alive with the mesmerizing presence of the sea goldie, also known as Lyretail anthias. These enchanting creatures can be found gracefully swimming amidst a stunning backdrop of soft corals in Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. In one captivating scene, a female scalefin anthias glides effortlessly in front of a school of her kind, their colorful scales shimmering under the warm Red Sea sun. They navigate through fire coral, eagerly feasting on plankton brought to the reef by gentle currents. Nearby, a male scalefin anthias ventures close to the water's surface in Sharm El Sheikh. His striking appearance catches the eye as he proudly displays his vibrant hues against an azure backdrop. Further exploration reveals another breathtaking sight - a school of orange scalefin anthias adorning a coral reef adorned with table corals and red soft corals. This kaleidoscope of colors creates an awe-inspiring spectacle within Ras Mohammed National Park. As if choreographed by nature itself, an emperor angelfish elegantly swims amongst fire corals and delicate soft corals alongside these magnificent sea goldies. The contrasting textures and shades create an ethereal ambiance that is truly captivating. Venturing into Fiji's Pacific Ocean unveils yet another remarkable encounter - a scalefin basslet majestically positioned before a gorgonian sea fan. Their symbiotic relationship showcases nature's harmony at its finest. A long exposure photograph captures the gracefulness of male scalefin anthias in Ras Katy, Sharm El Sheikh. The image portrays their movements as streaks of color against an indigo canvas - truly mesmerizing to behold. Delving deeper into this underwater wonderland reveals more hidden treasures: soft coral intertwined with gorgonian sea fans becomes home to lyretail anthias. Their vivid presence adds depth and vibrancy to this already enchanting tableau.