Sunda Collection (page 18)

Flores Rusa (Rusa timorensis floresiensis) adult male, walking in tideline on beach, Komodo N. P
Flores Rusa (Rusa timorensis floresiensis) adult male, walking in tideline on beach, Komodo N.P. Komodo Island, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, march

Yellowstripe Scad (Selaroides leptolepis) shoal, swimming, Tulamben, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Chinese Cowrie (Ovatipsa chinensis) adult, crawling over sand on seabed, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Whipcoral Dwarf Goby (Bryaninops youngei) adult, resting on whip coral, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Carpet Sole (Liachirus melanospilus) adult, camouflaged on seabed at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse (Acentronura tentaculata) adult, showing cryptic colouration and projections from head and body at night, Bunaken, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Spiny Waspfish (Ablabys macracanthus) adult, resting on seabed, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Algae Octopus (Abdopus aculeatus) adult, camouflaged on black sand, Lembeh Island, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Cryptic Phyllodesmium Seaslug (Phyllodesmium crypticum) adult, on seabed, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Wonderpus Octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) adult, hunting with extended skirt, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

View of tourists at temple on coastal rock formation, Pura Tanah Lot, Tanah Lot, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, march

Map Pufferfish (Arothron mappa) adult, swimming over reef, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Moluccan Seahorse (Hippocampus moluccensis) adult, resting, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Halimeda Ghostpipefish (Solenostomus hamileda) adult, swimming, Bunaken, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

View of coastal habitat, Komodo N. P. Rinca Island, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, march
View of coastal habitat, Komodo N.P. Rinca Island, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, march

Dark-shouldered Snake-eel (Ophichthus cephalozona) adult, swimming over reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Largescale Flounder (Engyprosopon grandisquama) adult, camouflaged on seabed at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Commensal Shrimp (Pontonides unciger) four adults, camouflaged on whip coral, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Painted Frogfish (Antennarius pictus) yellow juvenile, with finger of diver, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Bobbit Worm (Eunice sp. ) adult, buried in sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia
Bobbit Worm (Eunice sp.) adult, buried in sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Kleins Butterflyfish (Chaetodon kleinii) shoal, with other fish species, being hand fed by diver, Fukui Dive Site, Manado, Northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Thorny Seahorse (Hippocampus histrix) adult male, pregnant, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Cockatoo Leaffish (Ablabys taenianotus) adult, resting on seabed, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Yellow Mesh Starfish (Nardoa novaecaledoniae) adult, on boulder in habitat, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Painted Frogfish (Antennarius pictus) pink adult, resting on reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Classy Platydoris Nudibranch (Platydoris speciosa) adult, on seabed, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Blackfin Sandperch (Parapercis snyderi) adult, with erect dorsal fin, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Weedy Cardinalfish (Foa fo) adult, protectively carrying eggs in mouth, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Indonesia - Jakarta - The Telephone Exchange. Jakarta was formerly known as Sunda Kelapa (3971527), Jayakarta (15271619), Batavia (16191942), and Djakarta (19421972)

Indonesia - Jakarta - Governors Palace
The Dutch Governor Generals Palace at Jakarta, Indonesia. Jakarta was formerly known as Sunda Kelapa (3971527), Jayakarta (15271619), Batavia (16191942), and Djakarta (19421972)

View of sandy beach with boat, Sanur Beach, Denpasar, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Small Blue Kingfisher (Alcedo coerulescens) adult, perched on post beside water, Bali, Indonesia

Great-billed Kingfisher (Pelargopsis melanorhyncha) adult, perched on branch, Sulawesi, Indonesia

North Sulawesi Babirusa (Babyrousa celebensis) adult female, walking in mud at salt lick, Nantu Reserve, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Beach Stone-curlew (Esacus giganteus) two adults, standing on beach, with ship in background, Komodo Island, Indonesia

Clown Anemonefish, Amphiprion percula, Alam Batu, Bali, Indonesia

Island of Krakatoa, in the straits of Sunda. The volcano erupted 4 times in 1883. The blast was estimated to have had the power of 10000 hydrogen bombs

View of Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
A view of Jakarta (formerly known as Batavia, Jayakarta and Sunda Kelapa), in Java, Indonesia

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The Sunda Islands: A Diverse and Enchanting Archipelago From the stunning underwater world of Lembeh Straits to the historical events that shaped its past, the Sunda Islands in Indonesia are a treasure trove of natural wonders and captivating stories. Picture No. 10751066 showcases an adult Starry Blenny seeking refuge in a hole, highlighting the rich marine biodiversity found in this region. With its vibrant colors and unique features, this fish is just one example of the countless species that call these waters home. Another inhabitant of Lembeh Straits is the majestic Humpback Grouper, as captured in another image. Its graceful swimming motion reflects both power and elegance, reminding us of the incredible diversity beneath the surface. But it's not only underwater where Sunda shines; on land resides fascinating creatures like the Sunda stink badger - Mydaus javanensis - known for its distinct odor but also for being an important part of local ecosystems. Delving into history, we find ourselves transported back to 1883 when Krakatoa volcano erupted with catastrophic force. This event left a lasting impact on not only Indonesia but also global climate patterns due to massive ash clouds that affected temperatures worldwide. Additionally, during World War II after Singapore fell to Japanese forces, they set their sights on conquering the Dutch Empire's great islands within the Sunda Archipelago. The color lithograph depicts this pivotal moment in history when these islands became battlegrounds with far-reaching consequences. The Sunda Islands have always been a place where nature intertwines with human narratives – from breathtaking marine life to significant historical events. Exploring this archipelago promises endless discoveries and reminds us why it continues to captivate adventurers from around the globe.