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A reef scene with an orange elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta
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A reef scene with an orange elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta
A reef scene with an orange elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta) and red sea whip (Ellisella sp) with schooling silversides fish above. Pelee Island, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean
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Alcyonacea Anthozoa Anthrozoan Aplysinidae Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelentrerata Coral Reef Coral Reefs Demosponge Demospongiae Indonesia Inverebrates Invertebrate Invertebrates Irian Jaya Melanesia Misool New Guinea Oceania Pacific Ocean Porifera Reef Reefs Soft Coral Sponge Tropical Verongida West Irian Jaya Elephant Ear Sponge Ellisellidae Ianthella Basta Saltwater Whip Coral
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Dive into the Colorful Carnival of Marine Life - A Playful Parade Underwater!
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. In this vibrant snapshot captured by Alex Mustard, the ocean floor transforms into a lively spectacle bursting with hues and enchantment. The focal point is an orange elephant ear sponge, resembling a whimsical creature from another world. Its intricate patterns and delicate texture make it a true masterpiece of nature. Accompanying this marvelous sponge is a red sea whip, gracefully swaying in the gentle currents like an elegant dancer twirling to invisible music. Above them, silversides fish form mesmerizing schools, their synchronized movements creating an ethereal ballet in mid-air. Welcome to Pelee Island in Raja Ampat, West Papua – a tropical paradise where the Ceram Sea meets the Pacific Ocean! Here lies an underwater wonderland teeming with life and color that will leave you breathless. This reef scene showcases not only the beauty of these marine organisms but also their vital role in maintaining balance within our oceans. So come on down and immerse yourself in this awe-inspiring realm of coral reefs and crystal-clear waters. Witness firsthand the harmony between soft corals, sponges, fishes, and other fascinating creatures that call this place home. Let your imagination run wild as you explore nature's own carnival beneath the waves - it's truly a sight to behold!
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