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Close up of deepsea Basket star (Gorgonocephalus sp) from coral seamount, SW Indian Ridge
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Close up of deepsea Basket star (Gorgonocephalus sp) from coral seamount, SW Indian Ridge
Close up of deepsea Basket star (Gorgonocephalus sp) from coral seamount, SW Indian Ridge, Indian Ocean, December 2011
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Lost in the Depths - A Bewildering Dance of Tentacles and Patterns
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. In this mesmerizing print captured by David Shale, we are transported to the mysterious depths of the SW Indian Ridge. The black background accentuates the intricate beauty of a deep-sea Basket star, belonging to the Gorgonocephalus sp species. Its delicate tentacles seem to be engaged in an enchanting ballet as they reach out into the abyss. The coral seamount serves as a stage for this performance, where confusion and complexity intertwine effortlessly. As we gaze upon this full-frame masterpiece, our senses become overwhelmed by the intricacy displayed by these echinoderms. Amidst all this marine marvel lies a sense of tranquility - nobody disturbs their underwater haven. The RSS James Cook's seamount expedition has gifted us with a glimpse into a world rarely seen by human eyes. The brittlestars scattered around add an extra touch of charm to this tropical tableau. Each element seems perfectly placed, creating patterns that only nature could conceive. This photograph is not just about one animal; it represents an entire ecosystem thriving beneath the surface. It reminds us that even in such remote corners of our planet like the Indian Ocean's depths, life flourishes in its own unique way. As we admire David Shale's stunning work from Nature Picture Library, let us celebrate nature's artistry and embrace its wonders hidden within every corner of our oceans.
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