Sea Whips Collection

Gorgonian Seafan Coral (Gorgonacea) polyps open to feed at night. South China Sea, Sipadan Island, Borneo

Arnazs Damselfish, Chrysiptera arnazae, Philippines
A huge fan of gorgonian coral is the background for Arnazs damselfish (Chrysiptera arnazae). Adults inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs at a depth to avoid the effects of the surge; Philippines

A diver approaches soft corals, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
A diver approaches soft corals (Dendronepthya sp.) through Boo Windows, Southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Sea whips and soft coral, Fiji

Large whip goby on sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Large whip goby (Bryaninops amplus) on sea fan, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A colony of red whip fan corals with crinoids, Papua New Guinea
A colony of red whip fan corals (Ctenocella sp.) with yellow and black crinoids, South Emma Reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Gorgonian Sea Fans on Caymans North Wall, Grand Cayman

A yellow crinoid feather star against red fan coral, Papua New Guinea
A yellow crinoid feather star against red fan coral, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Reefscape with grand sea whip and gorgonian sea fans
Reefscape with grand sea whip (Ellisella grandis) and gorgonian sea fans, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A large school of Tomtate inside the shipwreck Liberty, Panama City, Florida
A large school of Tomtate overcrowd into a small space deep inside the shipwreck Liberty in 90 feet deep of Gulf waters off the coast of Panama City Beach, Florida

A red sea fan with sponge colored clam attached, Papua New Guinea
A red sea fan (Melthaea sp.) with sponge colored clam attached, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pygmy seahorse on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti), red variety, on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Close-up of gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding, Beqqa Lagoon Fiji

Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck, Bali
Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck with diver in background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A colony of sea whips grows on a coral reef in Indonesia
A colony of sea whips grows on a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Red soft coral with crinoid and anthias fish, Papua New Guinea
Red soft coral (Dendronephthya sp) with crinoid, anthias and boat silhouette in Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Sunlight descends underwater and over a set of whip corals growing on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Yellow feather star on red sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Yellow feather star (Crinoid Sp) on red sea fan, Kimbe bay, Papua New Guinea

Diver explores a coral reef in Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
Diver explores a coral reef scape in the remote Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A diver swims above a whip coral, Indonesia

Soft coral and sea fan, Fiji

A large red gorgonian sea fan and black crinoid, Fiji
A large red gorgonian sea fan and black crinoid, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Colourful sea fan seascape, Papua New Guinea
Colourful sea fan (Melithaea sp.) with diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Tangle of wiry red corals with black crinoid, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Bright red crab on fan coral, Papua New Guinea
Bright red crab (Xenocarcinus conicus) on fan coral, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Sea whips and coral, Australia

A diver looks on at sea fans, Solomon Islands
A diver looks on at sea fans (Subergorgia sp.), Solomon Islands

A diver peers through a red sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Red sea fan (Melithaea sp) with diver peering through with torch, Susans reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Orange soft coral and sea whip, Australia

Grand sea whip with diver in background, Gorontalo, Indonesia
Grand sea whip (Ellisella grandis), with diver in background, Gorontalo, Indonesia

A wire coral goby on a Cirripathes coral in Indonesia
A wire coral goby (Bryaninops yongei) lives on a Cirripathes coral in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Sea fans and sea whips, Australia

Reefscape in Raja Ampat covered in gorgonians, Indonesia
Reefscape in Raja Ampat covered in gorgonians, West Papua, Indonesia

Colorful reefs covered in orange Dendronephthya soft corals
Colorful reefs in Raja Ampat covered in orange Dendronephthya soft corals, West Papua, Indonesia

Soft coral ghost goby lying on white and red soft coral
Soft coral ghost goby (Pleurosicya boldinghi) lying on white and red soft coral, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Spiralling orange sea whip, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Diver with large purple sea fan, Cariibean Sea

Sea fan, Fiji

A large gorgonian sea fan on a Fijian reef

Whip-coral goby on common wire coral
Whip-coral goby (Bryaninops yongei) on common wire coral (Cirrhipathes anguina), Solomon Islands

Gorgonian sea fans on a reef in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Diver in background

Sea fans illuminated by diver with twin lights, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Red fan cora with sunburst, Papua New Guinea
Red fan coral (Melthaea sp) with sunburst taken at the Arches, Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

A diver looks on at a colorful reef with sea fans, Solomon Islands
A diver looks on at a very colorful reef near Marovo lagoon, with large gorgonian sea fans (Subergorgia sp.) of various bright colours, Solomon Islands

Colony of red whip fan coral with fish species, Papua New Guinea
Colony of red whip fan coral (Ctenocella sp.) with various fish species, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Red whip fan coral with diver, Papua New Guinea
Red whip fan coral (Ctenocella sp.) with diver, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A pygmy seahorse clings to its symbiotic gorgonian
A pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) clings to its symbiotic gorgonian in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Sea fan and soft coral, Fiji

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"Unveiling the Enchanting World of Sea Whips: A Nighttime Feast in the South China Sea" As darkness falls, the mesmerizing Gorgonian Seafan Coral (Gorgonacea) comes to life, revealing its intricate beauty. Polyps gracefully open up, eagerly awaiting their nocturnal feast in the depths of the South China Sea. In the vibrant waters of the Philippines, an enchanting dance unfolds between Arnazs Damselfish and Chrysiptera arnazae. These tiny creatures flit among sea whips, adding a splash of color to this underwater wonderland. A diver cautiously approaches soft corals in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. The delicate sea whips sway gently with each passing current, creating a breathtaking spectacle that captivates all who witness it. Fiji's marine paradise showcases a harmonious coexistence between sea whips and soft coral. Their intertwined forms create a tapestry of textures and hues that paint an ethereal picture beneath the waves. Papua New Guinea reveals its hidden treasures as a large whip goby finds solace on a majestic sea fan. This symbiotic relationship exemplifies nature's ability to foster harmony even in seemingly unlikely circumstances. Journeying deeper into Papua New Guinea's waters unveils an awe-inspiring sight—a thriving colony of red whip fan corals adorned with elegant crinoids. Together they form an exquisite tableau that evokes wonder and admiration. Caymans North Wall beckons explorers with its magnificent display of Gorgonian Sea Fans. Like sentinels standing tall against ocean currents, these grand structures command attention and inspire reverence for their resilience. The Solomon Islands offer divers an unforgettable encounter with colossal gorgonian sea fans. As one gazes upon these giants swaying gracefully amidst turquoise waters, it becomes evident why they are hailed as guardians of this aquatic realm.