Sea apple (Pseudocolochirus violaceus) on a reef

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Sea apple (Pseudocolochirus violaceus) on a reef

Sea apple (Pseudocolochirus violaceus) on a reef. Sea apples are rounded sea cucumbers that feed by filtering sea water with their tentacled crown (fronds, upper centre), successively bringing each arm into their mouth to deliver food particles. Photographed in the Komodo National Park, Indonesia

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Coral Reef Corals Echinoderm Echinodermata Echinoderms Holothuroidea Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Komodo Komodo National Park Pseudocolochirus Violaceus Purple Scavenger Sea Apple Sea Cucumber Southeast Asia Tentacle Tentacled Tentacles

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures the vibrant beauty of a Sea apple (Pseudocolochirus violaceus) in its natural habitat on a reef. The sea apple, a rounded sea cucumber, can be seen with its tentacled crown gracefully extended towards the water's surface. These fronds serve as filters, allowing the sea apple to feed by extracting food particles from the surrounding seawater. Photographed in the Komodo National Park, Indonesia, this image showcases the rich biodiversity found in this marine ecosystem. The Sea apple stands out against a backdrop of colorful corals and other aquatic life forms that call this region home. The deep red and purple hues of the Sea apple add an element of intrigue to this photograph. Its single body is adorned with intricate patterns and textures that highlight its unique place within the underwater world. As an important scavenger and part of Southeast Asia's marine biology, these echinoderms play a crucial role in maintaining balance within their environment. This photo serves as a reminder of both their ecological significance and their undeniable visual appeal. Captured by Georgette Douwma for Science Photo Library, this image invites viewers to appreciate not only nature's wonders but also our responsibility to protect fragile ecosystems like those found in Komodo National Park.

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