Giant moray eel and cleaner wrasse
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Giant moray eel and cleaner wrasse
Giant moray eel (Gymnothorax javanicus) with a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus, by eels mouth). Cleaner wrasses remove parasites from the bodies of other fish. The giant moray eel is the largest of the moray eels. It is found in the Indo-Pacific region, and reaches up to 3 metres in length. Here, only the head and front part of its elongated body is visible. Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand
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Andaman Sea Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse Bony Fish Coral Indo Pacific Labroides Dimidiatus Marine Life Moray Eel Mutualism Mutualistic Pisces Piscine Reef Symbiosis Symbiotic Relationship Thai Thailand Tropics Wrasse Giant Moray Eel Gymnothorax Javanicus
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This print showcases the fascinating symbiotic relationship between a giant moray eel and a bluestreak cleaner wrasse. The giant moray eel, known as Gymnothorax javanicus, is an impressive creature that can grow up to 3 meters in length, making it the largest of its kind. In this image taken in the Andaman Sea, Thailand, we can only see the head and front part of its elongated body. The star of this photograph is undoubtedly the bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus), which fearlessly enters the eel's mouth to remove parasites from its host's body. This mutualistic behavior exemplifies nature's remarkable ability to establish beneficial relationships among different species. The vibrant coral reef serves as a stunning backdrop for this underwater scene, highlighting the beauty and diversity of marine life found in the Indo-Pacific region. As bony fish swim by and tropical waters shimmer with life, this snapshot captures a moment frozen in time. Photographed by Science Photo Library, this image not only celebrates the wonders of our natural world but also invites us to appreciate the intricate connections that exist within ecosystems beneath our oceans' surface. It serves as a reminder of how crucial it is for us to protect these delicate environments so that future generations may continue to marvel at their splendor.
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