Basslets Collection

Alconarian and gorgonian coral with schooling anthias dominate this Fijian reef scene; Fiji

Diver and schooling anthias fish and healthy corals of Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Hawksbill turtle glides over the pristine reefs in Fiji

Orange Basslets and other reef fish, Papua New Guinea

A school of orange basslets on a healthy coral reef in Fiji
A school of orange basslets (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a healthy coral reef, Fiji

A school of orange basslets on a healthy Fijian reef
A school of orange basslets (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a healthy Fijian reef

Threadfin anthias swimming near reef
Threadfin anthias (Pseudanthias huchtii) swimming near reef, Solomon Islands

Schooling anthias fish and healthy corals of Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Peach anthias, or fairy basslets (Pseudanthias dispar). This fish inhabits the upper edge of steep tropical reefs in the Indo-Pacific region, from the eastern Indian Ocean to Micronesia

Fairy basslets over a reef. Fairy basslets (family Grammatidae) swimming over hard coral and feather stars. Photographed off Komodo National Park, Komodo, Indonesia

Bicolor Basslet (Anthias) Mauritius to Hawaii
KEL-980 Bicolor Basslet (Anthias) Mauritius to Hawaii Pseudanthias bicolor Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Sunburst Butterflyfish - with Fairy basslets (Anthias sp. ) and colourful feather stars or crinoids in coral garden
AUS-1816 Sunburst Butterflyfish - with Fairy basslets (Anthias sp.) and colourful feather stars or crinoids in coral garden Philippines Chaetodon kleinii Mark Spencer / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape

Fairy basslets - swim over a reef adorned with hard coral, colourful soft corals, crinoids, compound ascidians
AUS-1814 Fairy basslets - swim over a reef adorned with hard coral, colourful soft corals, crinoids, compound ascidians, yellow tubastrea coral, hydroids

Lyre-tail Fairy Basslets - in soft coral Fiji KDN01126
AUS-1770 Lyre-tail Fairy Basslets - in soft coral Fiji Pseudanthias cf. cheirospilos Kevin Deacon / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Dive into the vibrant world of basslets as they add a burst of color to Fiji's stunning reefs. In this Fijian reef scene, Alconarian and gorgonian coral provide a breathtaking backdrop for the dominant presence of schooling anthias fish. Beqa Lagoon in Fiji showcases not only the beauty of these anthias fish but also the thriving health of corals that surround them. Witnessing this underwater spectacle is truly mesmerizing, especially when accompanied by a curious diver exploring alongside the anthias fish and healthy corals. As if nature couldn't get any more enchanting, a graceful Hawksbill turtle glides effortlessly over pristine reefs in Fiji, adding another dimension to this already captivating ecosystem. But it is the orange basslets that steal the show with their vibrant hues against the backdrop of Papua New Guinea's reef landscape. Returning to Beqa Lagoon in Fiji, we encounter yet again an awe-inspiring sight: a school of orange basslets gracefully navigating through healthy coral formations. Their synchronized movements create an ethereal dance on this thriving coral reef. The allure continues as we witness once more how schooling anthias fish dominate Beqa Lagoon's waters while surrounded by flourishing corals. And there they are again – a school of orange basslets gracing us with their presence on this remarkable journey through Fiji's underwater paradise. Whether it be amidst gorgonian coral or alongside other reef fish, basslets bring life and vibrancy wherever they go. These magnificent creatures remind us why protecting our oceans' delicate ecosystems is crucial for future generations to experience such natural wonders firsthand.