Alcyonacea Collection (page 3)

Starfish on coral, Fiji
A seastar (Fromia sp.) on a red fan of gorgonian coral; Fiji

Whip Coral Goby, Philippines
A Whip coral goby (Bryaninops amplus) on whip coral (Junceella fragilis); Philippines

Soft Corals Decorate The Ocean Caves That Line The Nuie Coastline; Niue

Alconarian And Gorgonian Coral With Schooling Bigeye Jacks Dominate This Fijian Reef Scene; Fiji

A diver approaches soft corals, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
A diver approaches soft corals (Dendronepthya sp.) through Boo Windows, Southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Diver swims over a reef, Belize

Sea whips and soft coral, Fiji

A scuba diver explores a colorful coral reef in Indonesia
A scuba diver explores a colorful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A colorful gorgonian grows off Turneffe Atoll in Belize
A colorful gorgonian grows in shallow water off Turneffe Atoll in Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

A colony of red whip fan corals with crinoids, Papua New Guinea
A colony of red whip fan corals (Ctenocella sp.) with yellow and black crinoids, South Emma Reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A beautiful soft coral colony grows on a reef wall in Indonesia
A beautiful soft coral colony grows on a reef wall in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Beautiful soft corals grow on a deep reef in Indonesia
Beautiful soft corals grow on a deep reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Orange sea star over reddish and beige soft coral, with sunlight in the distance, Spratly Islands, Malaysia

Soft corals thrive on a reef in the Solomon Islands
Soft corals thrive on a healthy reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Coral Reef scene, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Coral reef environment, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A field of soft corals grows on an underwater slope in Indonesia
A field of soft corals grows on an underwater slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Indonesia
A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Coral reef and sponges, Belize

Red soft coral with silhouette of ship, Australia

An unusual sea star clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka
An unusual sea star (Linckia laevigata) clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Bright sponges, soft corals and crinoids in a colorful Komodo seascape, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Reefscape with grand sea whip and gorgonian sea fans
Reefscape with grand sea whip (Ellisella grandis) and gorgonian sea fans, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Orange black coral bush and a sea star on a rocky reef top in Indonesia
Orange black coral bush seen through a window in the water, with sharp sunrays coming through, and a pink and brown sea star on a rocky reef top, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

A beautiful cluster of soft coral on a coral reef in Indonesia
A beautiful cluster of soft coral colonies grows on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A colorful gorgonian grows on a reef dropoff in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A red sea fan with sponge colored clam attached, Papua New Guinea
A red sea fan (Melthaea sp.) with sponge colored clam attached, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Close-up of gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding, Beqqa Lagoon Fiji

Red and white soft coral with sea star on a rocky reef top in Indonesia
Red and white soft coral seen through a window in the water, with overhanging tree shadows above, and a orange sea star on a rocky reef top, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck, Bali
Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck with diver in background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Soft and hard corals grow on a healthy reef in Indonesia
Soft and hard corals grow on a healthy reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Colorful gorgonians grow in off Turneffe Atoll in Belize
Colorful gorgonians grow in shallow water off Turneffe Atoll in Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

A manta ray swimming through a current-swept channel in Indonesia
A manta ray (Manta alfredi) swimming through a current-swept channel in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A scorpionfish is hidden among soft corals on a reef in Indonesia
A small scorpionfish is hidden among soft corals and other colorful invertebrates on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Colorful reef with gorgonian sea fan, soft corals and school of anthias fish
Colorful reef with gorgonian sea fan, multi-colored soft corals and school of anthias fish, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

A colony of sea whips grows on a coral reef in Indonesia
A colony of sea whips grows on a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Red soft coral with crinoid and anthias fish, Papua New Guinea
Red soft coral (Dendronephthya sp) with crinoid, anthias and boat silhouette in Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Red soft coral, Australia

Soft coral, Fiji

Colorful reef scene with soft coral, Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
Colorful reef scene with orange and red dendronephthya and cabbage soft coral, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A manta ray swimming above a colorful reef in Indonesia
A manta ray (Manta alfredi) swimming above a colorful reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals grow inside Palaus lagoon which is studded with limestone islands. This Micronesian destination is popular among scuba divers and snorkelers due to its spectacular coral reefs

Sunlight descends underwater and over a set of whip corals growing on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A beautiful starfish lays on a thriving reef in Indonesia
A beautiful starfish (Linckia laevigata) lays on a thriving reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Diver explores a coral reef in Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
Diver explores a coral reef scape in the remote Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Anthias fish and soft corals, Fiji, Pacific Ocean

A large red gorgonian sea fan and black crinoid, Fiji
A large red gorgonian sea fan and black crinoid, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Colourful sea fan seascape, Papua New Guinea
Colourful sea fan (Melithaea sp.) with diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A beautiful soft coral colony on a coral reef in Indonesia
A beautiful soft coral colony (Dendronephthya sp.) grows on a reef slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

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Alcyonacea, also known as soft corals, are a mesmerizing sight in the underwater world. In the vibrant coral reefs of Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Gorgonian sea fans (Acalycigorgia sp) sway gracefully with the current. Their delicate branches create an enchanting display of colors and patterns. Amongst these gorgonian sea fans, Sea whip corals (Ellisella ceratophyta) thrive alongside Ring-tailed cardinalfish. The intricate structures of the sea whips provide shelter and protection for these small fish, creating a harmonious ecosystem. In Egypt's Red Sea, kaleidoscopic images of soft corals (Dendronephthya sp) come to life. Their vivid hues paint the underwater landscape with shades of reds and pinks. Encrusting sponges and Pygmy sweepers find solace amidst this thriving coral reef community. Venturing further into West Papua's Indonesian waters reveals another spectacle - Soft corals (Dendronephthya sp. ) growing on the seabed. These resilient organisms add depth and texture to their surroundings while providing essential habitats for countless marine species. Triton Bay near Kaimana is home to flower tree soft corals (Umbellulifera sp. ), showcasing their ethereal beauty beneath the surface. As if plucked from a dreamland, these delicate structures captivate divers with their elegance. The interconnectedness between different marine creatures becomes evident when observing Flamingo tongue cowries preying upon common sea fans like Gorgonia ventalina in East End Grand Cayman's Caribbean Sea. This complex relationship highlights nature's balance even within seemingly fierce interactions. Carl's Ultimate dive site in Papua New Guinea offers a glimpse into a healthy coral reef landscape teeming with life. Here Alcyonacea thrives alongside other diverse forms of marine life creating a vibrant and thriving ecosystem.