Indo Pacific Ocean Collection (page 9)

A diver peers through a red sea fan, Papua New Guinea
Red sea fan (Melithaea sp) with diver peering through with torch, Susans reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

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

Lionfish, Indonesia

Triplefin, Indonesia
Triplefin blenny, Indonesia

A blue ribbon eel displays its open mouth to the photographer, Fiji
A beautiful Ribbon Eel displays its open mouth to the photographer, Fiji

A green turtle resting on a reef top in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Close-up view of a green turtle (Chelonia mydas) resting on a reef top in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Anemone hermit crab perched on coral outcrop
Anemone hermit crab (Dardanus pedunculatus) perched on coral outcrop, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Very small anemone growth is visible on shell above eye

Head on view showing cerata on an aeolid nudibranch, Pteraeolidia ianthina, in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A pair of Nembrotha chamberlaini nudibranchs mating, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Yellow variety of skeleton shrimp, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia
Yellow variety of skeleton shrimp (Caprella sp.), Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Brown coral blenny peering from a hole, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Brown coral blenny (Atrosalarias fuscus) peering from a hole, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Painted frogfish, cream phase, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Painted frogfish (Antennarius pictus), cream phase, Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Titan triggerfish picking at coral, Solomon Islands
Titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) picking at coral with Barracuda school visible in background, Solomon Islands

A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Golden sweepers surround soft corals in Indonesia
Golden sweepers surround soft corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Detail of coral polyps growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of coral polyps (Diploastrea sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

Beautiful orange soft corals on a current-swept reef in Indonesia
Beautiful orange soft corals thrive on a current-swept reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Detail of the eye of a scorpionfish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A giant clam (Tridacna gigas) in Indonesia

Whale shark swimming up to the surface with remora clinging to its belly
Whale shark swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sun, sky and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A cave has formed inside a limestone island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Caves are formed by carbonic acid eroding the limestone

A soft coral crab clings to its host soft coral on a reef
A soft coral crab (Hoplophrys oatesi) clings to its host soft coral on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Yellow leaf scorpionfish with mouth wide open, North Sulawesi
Yellow leaf scorpionfish (Taenianotus triacanthus) with mouth wide open, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Whale shark sucking at fishing nets for scraps of fish, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A pair of Yellowtail Damselfish amongst hard coral
A pair of Goldtail Demoiselle (Chrysiptera parasema) amongst hard coral, Volcano Crater Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

A coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands
A colorful coral reef grows in shallow water in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Cardinalfish swimming above soft corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for scuba divers

An ornate ghost pipefish blends into its environment
An ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) blends into its environment in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

A pygmy cuttlefish blends into its environment
A pygmy cuttlefish (Sepia sp.) uses its color-changing abilities to blend into its environment in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait is known for its diverse array of bizarre marine organisms

Flamboyant cuttlefish embryos develop in their eggs
Flamboyant cuttlefish embryos (Metasepia pfefferi) develop in their eggs in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A diver explores the Lerus Cut underwater cavern, Solomons
A diver explores the amazing underwater cavern known as Lerus Cut, Russell Islands, Solomons

Airplane wreck sitting atop reef, overgrown with soft coral and crinoids, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Feather stars with a boat in the background, Papua New Guinea
Feather stars (Crinoid sp.) with a boat in the background, Susans reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Mushroom and hard corals in Alor, Indonesia
Mushroom and hard corals thrive in shallow water in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

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

Commensal shrimp, Fiji

A pair of colorful Coleman Shrimp (Periclimenes colemani), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A colorful Komodo seascape with crinoids, Indonesia
A colorful Komodo seascape with crinoids, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Schooling Indo-pacific sergeant fish with fusilier species in background, Bali
Indo-pacific sergeant (Abudefduf vaigiensis), schooling just after sunrise over the Liberty wreck with fusilier species in the background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A juvenile barramundi grouper (Cromileptes altivelis), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Diver approaching giant barrel sponge on a reef, Raja Ampat
Diver approaching giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia muta) on a reef in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Yellow painted frogfish, side profile on volcanic sand, Bali
Yellow painted frogfish (Antennarius pictus), side profile on volcanic sand, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Spiny tiger shrimp amongst volcanic sand, Bali
Spiny tiger shrimp (Phyllognathia ceratophthalma), amongst volcanic sand, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Reefscape in Raja Ampat covered in gorgonians, Indonesia
Reefscape in Raja Ampat covered in gorgonians, West Papua, Indonesia

Colorful reefs covered in orange Dendronephthya soft corals
Colorful reefs in Raja Ampat covered in orange Dendronephthya soft corals, West Papua, Indonesia

Devil scorpionfish, head on view on white sand
Devil scorpionfish (also known as spiny devilfish), Inimicus didactylus, head on view on white sand, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

A diverse array of invertebrates cover a reef in Indonesia
A diverse array of invertebrates cover a healthy reef in Indonesia. This region is home to more marine species than anywhere else on Earth

Soft coral ghost goby lying on white and red soft coral
Soft coral ghost goby (Pleurosicya boldinghi) lying on white and red soft coral, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, 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.