Fish on a sea pen C014 / 2922
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Fish on a sea pen C014 / 2922
Fish on a sea pen. Triplefin (family Tripterygiidae) blenny resting on a collapsed sea pen (Pteroeides sp.). Sea pens are colonial soft coral organisms related to sea feathers. Photographed off Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia
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Anthozoa Anthozoan Anthozoans Cnidaria Cnidarian Cnidarians Coelenterate Colorful Colourful Corals Floor Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Komodo National Park Octocoral Resting Rinca Island Rincah Sand Sandy Sea Bed Sea Pen Seabed Soft Coral South East Asian Southeast Asia Tropic Tropics Underwater Wild Seafloor
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This print captures a mesmerizing underwater scene, showcasing the delicate balance of life in the ocean. The image features a vibrant Triplefin blenny peacefully perched on a collapsed sea pen, providing an intimate glimpse into their symbiotic relationship. Shot off Rinca Island in Komodo National Park, Indonesia, this snapshot showcases the rich biodiversity found in Southeast Asia's marine ecosystems. The sandy seabed forms the backdrop for this stunning composition, enhancing the vivid colors of both fauna and flora. Sea pens, colonial soft coral organisms related to sea feathers, create an enchanting environment for various marine species to thrive. These cnidarians are part of the anthozoan family and play a crucial role in maintaining ecological harmony. The tranquility captured within this photograph highlights not only the beauty but also the fragility of our oceans. It serves as a reminder that these underwater worlds are teeming with life waiting to be explored and protected. As we delve deeper into understanding marine biology and zoology, images like these become invaluable tools for research and education. Georgette Douwma's exceptional photography skills have immortalized this moment forever through Science Photo Library's extensive collection. This remarkable piece invites us to appreciate nature's wonders while igniting curiosity about our planet's diverse aquatic inhabitants.
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