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Commensalistic Collection

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UW INDO 2021 14
Harlequin Crab - inside Tube Anemone, Cerianthus sp - Batu Niti Slope dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Harlequin Crab - inside Tube Anemone

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Graceful Anemone Shrimp on Fire Anemone (Phyllodiscus sp) - Tanjung Usi 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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UW INDO 2034 69
Coral Commensal Shrimp - camouflaged on Hard Coral, Acropora sp - night dive, Seraya Secrets dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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UW INDO 2034 15
Thirteen Teeth Mantis Shrimp in hole - with Snapping Shrimp, Synalpheus sp - night dive, Seraya Secrets dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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UW INDO 2034 14
Thirteen Teeth Mantis Shrimp in hole - with Snapping Shrimp, Synalpheus sp - night dive, Seraya Secrets dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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UW INDO 2033 16
Coral Shrimp with eggs in coral - Batu Kelebit dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Coral Shrimp with eggs in coral - Batu Kelebit dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali

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UW INDO 1903 51
Coral Commensal Shrimp on coral - night dive - Scuba Seraya House Reef dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 08-Nov-19

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UW INDO 1903 50
Camouflaged Commensal Shrimp - on Crinoid, Comatulida Order - night dive - Scuba Seraya House Reef dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 08-Nov-19

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UW INDO 1897 40
Beautiful Hermit Crab - Sedam dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 07-Nov-19

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Harlequin Crab on Amberfish Sea Cucumber (Thelenota anax) - night dive - Murex House Reef dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Sarasvati Anemone Shrimp in Bubble Coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) - Tiga Batu dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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13131084
Wire Coral Crab on Whip Coral (Alcyonacea Order) - Batu Gosoh dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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13131083
Ankers Whip Coral Shrimp on Whip Coral (Alcyonacea Order) - Yellow Coco dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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13131081
Graceful Anemone Shrimps on Fire Anemone (Phyllodiscus sp) - Tanjung Usi 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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13131078
Soft Coral Crab on Glomerate Tree Coral (Dendronephthya sp) - Sabora 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Pair of Squat Shrimps on Bubble Coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) - Sabora 1 dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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13131072
Sponge Isopods on Sponge (Porifera Phylum) - Demak dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Coral Crab - on coral - TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019



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Exploring the fascinating world relationships. 🌿🐟✨ In nature, some species have mastered the art of coexistence, forming unique partnerships that benefit one party without harming or benefiting the other. These intriguing interactions are known as commensalism. UW INDO 2021 14: Dive into the depths of our oceans and witness an incredible example of commensalism between a remora fish and a shark. The remora attaches itself to the shark's body, enjoying free transportation and access to leftover meals while providing cleaning services by removing parasites from its host. UW INDO 2034 69: Journey through lush rainforests where you'll encounter epiphytic plants thriving on tree branches. These plants utilize their hosts for support, gaining access to sunlight while not causing any harm in return. UW INDO 2034 15: Witness a mesmerizing sight as hermit crabs find shelter within abandoned seashells. This mutually beneficial relationship ensures protection for the crab while aiding in dispersing nutrients throughout coastal ecosystems. UW INDO 2034 14: Explore coral reefs teeming with life, where clownfish seek refuge among venomous sea anemones. While finding safety from predators, these colorful fish also provide nourishment by bringing food scraps to their host's tentacles. UW INDO 2033 16: Discover how birds build nests atop tall trees, utilizing branches as sturdy foundations. In return for this safe haven, these avian architects help disperse seeds and control insect populations around their homes. UW INDO 1903 51: Observe oxpeckers perched upon large mammals like rhinos and buffalos in African savannas. These helpful birds feast on ticks and other parasites found on their hosts' bodies – a win-win situation. UW INDO 1903 50.