Stony Coral Collection (page 6)

A scuba diver swims above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Gorgonians and reef-building corals near the Blue Hole in Belize
Colorful gorgonians and reef-building corals grow in shallow water near the famous Blue Hole in Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

A diverse coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands
A colorful and diverse coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A brilliantly colored coral colony grows on a healthy reef
A brilliantly colored coral colony (Lobophyllia sp.) grows on a healthy reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Indonesia
A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Soft corals grow beneath a large table coral in Indonesia
Soft corals grow beneath a large table coral in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals are encroached upon by a sand bank in Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Pufferfish swimming by star coral, Nassau, The Bahamas

A diver swims above a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

An orange wire coral, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
An orange wire coral (Stichopathes sp.), with diver in background, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A colorful coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Healthy reef-building corals thrive in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Staghorn corals are being grown off Turneffe Atoll in Belize. The corals will eventually be planted on damaged parts of local reefs

A purple sea star clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A beautiful coral reef in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A table coral grows on a beautiful reef near Sulawesi, Indonesia
A table coral (Acropora sp.) grows on a beautiful reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A saltwater shrimp on bubble coral
A saltwater shrimp (Vir philippinensis) on bubble coral (Plerogyra sinuosa), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A diver looks on at a lionfish hovering above staghorn coral, Indonesia
A diver looks on at a lionfish (Pterois volitans) hovering above staghorn coral, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Split image of shallow hard coral reef in front of island with virgin forest, Derawan Islands, East Kalimantan, Indonesia

Delicate reef-building corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Delicate reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Acropora nusata stony corals in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Stony corals (Acropora nusata), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

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

A diverse array of invertebrates cover a healthy reef in Indonesia. This region is home to more marine species than anywhere else on Earth

A set of soft corals grows in the shallow waters of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A coral colony fluoresces as UV light is shown upon it
A coral colony (Galaxea sp.) fluoresces as UV light is shown upon it. Why many marine organisms fluoresce is unknown

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

Bubble Coral -Plerogyra sinuosa-, Makadi Bay, Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt

Christmas tree worm -Spirobranchus giganteus- on Acropora-stone coral -Acropora sp.-, Makadi Bay, Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt

Large blocks of Stone corals -Seriatopora spec. - in the coral reef, Northern Bali, Bali, Indonesia
Large blocks of Stone corals -Seriatopora spec.- in the coral reef, Northern Bali, Bali, Indonesia

Small coral reef with Tubastrea micranthus sun coral -Tubastrea micranthus-, and Dendrophyllia gracilis coral -Dendrophyllia gracilis-, stony corals, Embudu channel, Indian Ocean, Tilla

Small coral reef with Black Sun Coral -Tubastrea micranthus-, and Dendrophyllia gracilis coral -Dendrophyllia gracilis-, stony corals, Shadowfin soldierfish -Myripristis adusta-, Embudu channel

Polished coral C016 / 5994
Polished coral (Isastraea oblonga). Specimen from the Jurassic period, found in upper Portlandian beds in Tisbury, Wiltshire, UK

Platygyra daedalea, brain coral
Close-up of brain coral specimen, possibly the species Platygyra daedalea

Thecosmilia trichotoma, colonial coral
Colonial coral originating from the Jurassic rocks of Nattheim, Germany, c. 170 million years ago. Paul Morh collection

Acropora, Worn coral
This specimen was collected by Charles Darwin in 1836 from Keeling Atoll, Indian Ocean

Orange Cup Coral (Tubastraea coccinea), Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean

Stony coral (order Scleractinia). Close-up of the surface of a stony coral colony. Photographed in Indonesia

Bleached Montipora undata coral on a reef. Coral bleaching results when the symbiotic zooxanthellae (single-celled algae) are released from the original host coral organism due to stress

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Stony coral, a mesmerizing wonder of the underwater world, showcases its natural occurring red and green fluorescence in both encrusting corals and stony corals. These captivating colors are captured in breathtaking photographs like UW INDO 2033 12, revealing the hidden beauty beneath the ocean's surface. Even fossils of extinct coral tell tales of ancient marine ecosystems that once thrived millions of years ago. These remnants serve as reminders of the intricate web of life that has existed throughout Earth's history. In the depths of Bonaire, Caribbean, lies the enchanting Cavernous Star Coral. As night falls, this magnificent creature comes alive with vibrant fluorescence, illuminating its surroundings with an ethereal glow. The Scroll Coral joins this nocturnal spectacle as it too reveals its own radiant hues under cover of darkness. Traveling to Palau's Rock Islands-World Heritage Site unveils a sight to behold – the Day Fluorescing Fused Staghorn Coral. Bathed in sunlight, this majestic coral species emits a dazzling display during daylight hours, showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. Amongst these stunning corals reside other fascinating sea creatures such as Caryophyllia clavus - a sea anemone boasting delicate beauty within its tentacles. Fungia coral invites us into their intricate world where every detail tells a story waiting to be discovered. Exploring further brings us face-to-face with unexpected encounters; between spines on Crown-of-thorns starfish or amidst schools of Raccoon butterflyfish and endemic Saddle wrasse off Lanai Island in Hawaii. Witnessing Chaetodon lunula swimming together is a rare treat for divers who venture into these waters. And let us not forget about the Spinyhead blenny seeking refuge among hard corals in Netherlands Antilles' Bonaire region. This small but mighty fish reminds us that even within tiny crevices, life finds a way to thrive.