Celebes Collection (#9)

Spearing Mantis Shrimp (Lysiosquillina tredecimdentata) adult, at burrow entrance in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Commensal Shrimp (Vir philippinensis) adult pair, resting on Bubble Coral (Plerogyra sinuosa), Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Rounded Seastar Shrimp (Zenopontonia noverca) adult, camouflaged on underside of Honeycomb Starfish (Pentaceraster alveolatus), Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Common Egg Cowrie (Ovula ovum) adult, laying string of eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Forskals Pleurobranchus Seaslug (Pleurobranchus forskalii) adult, crawling on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Hikueren Glossodoris Nudibranch (Glossodoris hikuerensis) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Magnificent Chromodorid Nudibranch (Chromodoris magnifica) adult, laying eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Aeolid Seaslug (Pteraeolidia ianthina) adult, beside eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Blood-spotted Glossodoris Nudibranch (Glossodoris cruenta) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Pegasus Sea Moth (Eurypegasus draconis) adult, close-up of head, crawling on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Kurodas Sea-hare (Aplysia kurodai) adult, crawling on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Ramose Sea-hare (Petalifera ramosa) adult, resting on seagrass, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Yellow Sea Cucumber (Colochirus robustus) adult, with feeding tentacles extended, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Volcano Sea Cucumber (Holothuria turriscelsa) adult, ejecting sperm, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Humpback Prawn (Metapenaeopsis lamellata) adult, free-swimming in open water, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Greater Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena lunulata) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Poison Ocellate Octopus (Octopus mototi) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Babas Crinoid Squat Lobster (Allogalathea babai) adult, resting on crinoid, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

Canary Wrasse (Halichoeres chrysus) adult, swimming beside sponge, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Hartzfelds Wrasse (Halichoeres hartzfeldii) juvenile, swimming over black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Razor Wrasse (Cymolutes torquatus) juvenile, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Oriental Wrasse (Oxycheilinus rhodochrous) juvenile, swimming amongst sea fan coral, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Ryukyu Fairy-wrasse (Cirrhilabrus ryukyuensis) adult, on coral reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Two-spot Wrasse (Oxycheilinus bimaculatus) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Two-spot Wrasse (Oxycheilinus bimaculatus) juvenile, swimming over black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Orange Sulu Velvetfish (Paraploactis obbesi) adult, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Longjaw Triplefin (Ucla xenogrammus) adult, resting on coral, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Painted Sweetlips (Diagramma pictum) juvenile, swimming over black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, with colourful fins extended in warning display, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Red Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, close-up of head, at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Blue-eyed Stingfish (Minous trachycephalus) adult, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Marbled Stargazer (Uranoscopus bicinctus) adult, close-up of head, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Rigid Shrimpfish (Centriscus scutatus) adult, close-up of head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Goldbelly Damsel (Pomacentrus auriventris) adult, swimming in reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Reids Damsel (Pomacentrus reidi) adult, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Reids Damsel (Pomacentrus reidi) juvenile, swimming, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Ambon Scorpionfish (Pteroidichthys amboinensis) adult, crawling on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Bargibantis Pygmy Seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) adult, clinging to seafan, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Schultzs Pipefish (Corythoichthys schultzi) adult, close-up of head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Double-ended Pipefish (Syngnathoides biaculeatus) adult, close-up of head, in seagrass, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Bend Stick Pipefish (Trachyrhampus bicoarctatus) adult, close-up of head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Whitestripe Sandperch (Parapercis xanthozona) adult, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Latticed Sandperch (Parapercis clathrata) adult, swimming in reef, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Clearfin Lizardfish (Synodus dermatogenys) adult, close-up of head, with Yellowmargin Triggerfish (Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus) juvenile prey in mouth, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands

Zebra Lionfish (Dendrochirus zebra) adult, close-up of head, beside Sea-squirt (Rhopalaea sp. ), Lembeh Straits
Zebra Lionfish (Dendrochirus zebra) adult, close-up of head, beside Sea-squirt (Rhopalaea sp.), Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Solar Jawfish (Opistognathus solorensis) adult, on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Varigated Lizardfish (Synodus variegatus) adult, close-up of head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Spotfin Lionfish (Pterois antennata) juvenile, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Celebes, an East Indian island paradise. 🌴✨ Home to diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, this captivating destination will leave you in awe. Embark on a journey through the Tangkoko Nature Reserve in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, where you can witness the mesmerizing mating rituals of the Celebes Crested Macaque. Also known as the Crested Black Macaque or Sulawesi Crested Macaque, these intelligent creatures captivate visitors with their unique behaviors. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Lembeh Straits, located in Sulawesi's Sunda Islands. Here, you'll encounter fascinating marine life such as the Starry Blenny seeking shelter within coral holes and the majestic Humpback Grouper gracefully swimming by. Immerse yourself in local culture by exploring Rantepao in Tana Toraja. Marvel at typical Tongkonan houses that showcase intricate architecture and learn about traditional Toraja family tombs that reflect their rich heritage. Wander through a charming Toraja village and experience their vibrant traditions firsthand. For those seeking tranquility amidst nature's wonders, Pulau Liukang Loe island is a must-visit spot. Located off Bira's coast in Sulawesi, this hidden gem offers pristine beaches and breathtaking views that will rejuvenate your soul. Indulge your senses with a portrait of a Sulawesi woman captured beautifully on canvas—an artistic representation of the island's rich cultural tapestry. To fully appreciate Celebes' significance within Southeast Asia's Malay Archipelago, take a glimpse at an antique map from 1896—a testament to its historical importance and geographical allure. Celebes awaits your arrival—immerse yourself in its natural splendor and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences.