Indo Pacific Ocean Collection (page 5)

Hypselodoris bullockii nudibranch on coral, Solomon Islands
Bullocks hypselodoris (Hypselodoris bullockii) on coral, Solomon Islands

A velvet ghost pipefish amongst colorful coral
A velvet ghost pipefish (Solenostomus sp.), violet in colour amongst colorful coral, Solomon Islands

A diver explores the wreck of a Japanese Maru warship, Solomon Islands
A diver looks on at an anti-aircraft gun still pointing defiantly at the sky on the wreck of a Japanese Maru warship sunk during during World War 2, Morovo Lagoon, Solomon Islands

Coral polyps grow on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

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

A highly venomous and well-camouflaged spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) is barely visible on an sandy slope near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Silvertip shark, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Silvertip Shark (Carcharhinus albimarginatus), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Whale shark swimming under a boat, with sunrays cutting through the water
Whale shark swimming under a boat, with sharp sunrays cutting through the water, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Beams of sunlight descend into deep water in the Pacific Ocean

Sunlight silhouettes a table coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Sunlight silhouettes a table coral (Acropora sp.) in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Delicate reef-building corals in Alor, Indonesia
Delicate reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Spotted porcelain crab in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Indonesia
Spotted porcelain crab (Neopetrolisthes maculatus) in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Indonesia

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

A beautiful set of tiny tunicates grows on a reef in Indonesia.This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Crinoids adorn large sponges under Siladen Jetty, Indonesia
Crinoids adorn large sponges under Siladen Jetty, Bunaken National Park, Indonesia

An ornate ghost pipefish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
An ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) floats in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Gray reef shark with divers, Papua New Guinea
Gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) with divers, Inglis Shoal, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Close-up of a cuttlefish eye, Manado, Indonesia

Yellow feather star on red sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Yellow feather star (Crinoid Sp) on red sea fan, Kimbe bay, Papua New Guinea

Oceanic blacktip sharks with remora in the waters of Aliwal Shoal, South Africa
A pair of oceanic blacktip sharks with remora in tow pass each other by, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Detail of a sea star on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

Soft coral and sea fan, Fiji

Popcorn Shrmp on an anenome on a Fijian Reef
Popcorn shrmp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis) on an anenome on a Fijian Reef

A trio of reef manta rays swimming above a reef top
A trio of reef manta rays (Manta alfredi) swimming above a reef top, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A red and silver ornate ghost pipefish against black background
A red and silver ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) against black background, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Diver swims above a large sponge in Horseshoe Bay, Indonesia
Diver looks on at sponges, coral and crinoids in a colorful Komodo seascape, taken at Cannibal Rock, Horseshoe Bay, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

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

A blue starfish on the sandy seafloor near Alor, Indonesia
A blue starfish (Linckia laevigata) lays on the sandy seafloor near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Harlequin shrimp with bright red sponge in the background, Bali
Harlequin shrimp (Hymenocera elegans), with bright red sponge in the background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Peacock mantis shrimp moving a rock to make a burrow, Bali
Peacock mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) moving a rock to make a burrow, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A large whale shark siphoning water from under a bagan in Indonesia
A large whale shark under a bagan, siphoning water from the surface, with sunrays shining in the water, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Group of squids in formation near fishing net with silvery fish inside, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Detail of a ribbon of Spanish dancer nudibranch eggs found on a reef in Indonesia

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

Fish swarm over a shipwreck that is covered in elephant ear sponge
Fish including bluefin trevally (Caranx melampygus), swarm over a shipwreck that is covered in elephant ear sponge, Solomon Islands

A shipwreck now serves as an artificial reef in Palaus inner lagoon. Artificial reefs attract colonizing invertebrates and reef fish

Nembrotha chamberlaini with feeding appendage extended
Chamberlains Nembrotha (Nembrotha chamberlaini) with feeding appendage extended, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A colorful crinoid clings to a reef near the island of Flores in Indonesia
A colorful crinoid clings to a shallow reef near the island of Flores in Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

School of moorish idols and yellowtail fusiliers, Fiji
School of moorish idols (Zanclus cornutus) and yellowtail fusiliers swim along a coral drop off, Fiji

A beautiful nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Head on view of a Chromodoris reticulata nudibranch, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A red-netted chromodori, Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A red-netted chromodoris (Chromodoris tinctoria), head/side view showing cerata, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A dense school of yellowmask surgeonfish, Indonesia
A dense school of yellowmask surgeonfish (Acanthurus mata), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Close-up view of a Risbecia tryoni nudibranch
A Risbecia tryoni nudibranch with white, brown and bright blue markings, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Ornate ghost pipefish, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus), Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and is a popular destination for scuba divers

The day octopus on volcanic sand, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
The day octopus (Octopus cyanea) on volcanic sand, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

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The Indo-Pacific Ocean is a mesmerizing realm, teeming with diverse marine life and breathtaking underwater landscapes. In the vibrant waters of Raja Ampat, an endemic epaulette shark gracefully glides across the seafloor, showcasing its unique beauty. Meanwhile, in Byron Bay, Australia, a wobbegong shark peacefully coexists with cardinalfish amidst colorful coral reefs. Delicate nudibranchs captivate our attention as they display their intricate patterns and vivid colors. From the Solomon Islands to Indonesia, these enchanting creatures adorn coral formations like living jewels. Sunlight pierces through the water's surface and illuminates crevices within reefs in the Solomon Islands—a sight that evokes wonder and awe. A magnificent ceratosoma nudibranch perches on coral in the Solomons while nearby bright cup corals create a stunning colony in Raja Ampat's Indonesian waters. On the seafloor lies a Crocodilefish near an artificial reef—an intriguing blend of nature and human intervention. In another corner of this vast oceanic expanse, young saddleback anemonefish playfully dart around their home—anemones—forming a symbiotic bond that exemplifies harmony between species. The giant clam stands out as it grows steadily on an Indonesian reef—a testament to resilience and longevity. As divers venture deeper into this aquatic wonderland off West Papua's coast in Indonesia, soft corals sway gently with each passing current—a captivating dance beneath turquoise waves. The Indo-Pacific Ocean beckons explorers from all corners of the globe to witness its wonders firsthand—to immerse themselves in its kaleidoscope of life forms and experience nature at its most extraordinary.