Marine Life Collection (#11)

Portrait of a Blackbar soldierfish (Myripristis jacobus) infected with Cymothoid isopod parasites. The large parasite between the eyes is a female, the smaller individuals are males

Christmas Island, Australia
The Hawkfish lives on coral on the reef at the Morgue dive site on Christmas Island

Smallmouth grunt (Haemulon chrysargyreum) fish swim over a coral reef, Cancun, Mexico. Slow shutter speed image

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezi) cruising over a sand flat in The Bahamas

Cose up of pattern detail on the back of a Lettuce Sea Slug (Elysia crispata) The Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) bumps into the front of the camera off Cat Island, Bahamas

Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) over pristine coral reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Acrylic glass tunnel where sharks swim above visitors, Sydney Aquarium, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari) through a large window on the wreck of the former mine sweeper C-56 Juan Escutia. Cancun, Mexico

Pod of False killer whales (Pseudorca crassidens) swimming beneath the surface of the ocean. Indian Ocean, off Sri Lanka

Forsters hawkfish (Paracirrhites forsteri) on a coral reef. Jackson Reef, Tiran, Sinai, Egypt. Strait of Tiran, Gulf of Aqaba, Egypt

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) unusually feeding on hard coral polyps. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) descending after breathing at the surface. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Three Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) living in a purple skirted magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) on a coral reef, below a small island

Midnight snapper (Macolor macularis) shelters in a cavern on a coral reef with white soft corals (Scleronephthya sp.) and solderfish. Vavuu Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Pair of Western clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) spawning orange eggs on the rock beneath their Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) home on a coral reef

Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus) sets an ambush in the sand at night. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) with encrusting marine life, Sula Sgeir, Scotland. UK, July

Close up of a Long clawed squat lobster (Munida rugosa) in Loch Carron, January 2016

Close up of a colony of Jewel anemones (Corynactis viridis) Scotland, UK, October

British Shells, c1859. Creator: George Brettingham Sowerby
British Shells, c1859. Plate XIII from " Sowerbys Illustrated Index of British Shells" by George Brettingham Sowerby, first published in 1859

Conchology, early 19th century. Creator: J Moffat
Conchology, early 19th century. From the " Edinburgh Encyclopaedia" edited by David Brewster. [Edinburgh, 1808-1830]

RF - Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) with host anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Bunaken National Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Lyrtetail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) in water column with Peach anthias (Pseudanthias dispar) in background. Indonesia, October

Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) with anemone showing the effects of bleaching. The bleached anemone is almost white

Hawaii, Whale Shark Backlit By Sunburst (Rhincodon Typus) Silhouette

School Of Small Silver Fish, Hundreds In Clear Blue Water Near Surface

USA, Colorful Fish In Open Water; Hawaii, Saddle Wrasse (Thalassoma Duperrey)

Reef scene with free diver, Philippines
A girl snorkeling over table coral and reef fish off Apo Island; Philippines

Latticetail moray (Gymnothorax buroensis) emerging from soft coral on a reef. Sangeang Island, Sumbawa, Indonesia. Flores Sea

Galapagos garden eels (Heteroconger / Taenioconger klausewitzi) on seabed, Galapagos Islands

Cavernous Star Coral, Night Fluorescing. Bonaire, Caribbean

Scroll Coral, Night Fluorescing, Bonaire, Caribbean

Fire Worm, Night Fluorescing, Bonaire, Caribbean

Scorpionfish, Dusk Fluorescing, Red Sea, Egypt, Middle East

Day Fluorescing

Marine Organisms, (Magnification 1 1 / 2), c1908, (1909)
Marine Organisms from Raised Beach S.E. of Mount Larsen, Victoria Land (Magnification 1 1/2). c1908, (1909). Top row: Serpula, Serpula, Polyzoon, Valve of Chiton

D. G. Lillie, with Some of the Siliceous Sponges, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
D. G. Lillie, with Some of the Siliceous Sponges of Which He Secured a Record Haul with the Dredge, c1911, (1913). Marine biologist Dennis Lillie (1884-1963) on board the Terra Nova with specimens

Group of Circular spadefish (Platax orbicularis) gather at a cleaning station beneath a table coral (Acropora sp.) on a coral reef. Shark Reef, Ras Mohammed, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Soft coral crab (Hoplophrys oatesil) climbing out onto a branch of yellow and red soft coral (Dendronephthya sp.) at night. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines

Tiger cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) male mouthbrooding eggs in his mouth. Gubal Barge, Gubal Island, Egypt. Strait of Gubal, Gulf of Suez, Red Sea

A bull California sealion (Zalophus californianus) bursting through a school of baitfish in the shallows. Los Isotes, La Paz, Mexico. Sea of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean

RF- White whale / Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas), head portrait

Group of young California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) playing in the sun in the early morning. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, USA. North East Pacific Ocean

Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) bottle feeding, by floating stationary, upright in the water and gulping in food, in the plankton rich, green waters of La Paz bay. La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Reef with Pygmy Sweepers (Parapriacanthus ransonetti), Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria), and soft corals. Komodo National Park, Indonesia, October

A young California sealion (Zalophus californianus) playing with a starfish, inside an underwater cave. The pups will pick up a variety of objects (such as starfish, lumps of coral)

Group of South American fur seals (Arctocephalus australis) swimming near the rocky shore. Puerto Deseado, Patagonia, Argentina, March 2008

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"Exploring the Majestic Marine Life: From Alaska to Djibouti" Embark on a captivating journey through the diverse marine life that thrives in the waters of North America, specifically Alaska. Here, sea otters reign as the largest members of the weasel family, enchanting us with their playful antics. Venturing further south, our eyes are treated to a mesmerizing sight - a Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully gliding over a vibrant coral reef. This majestic creature reminds us of the delicate balance and beauty found beneath the waves. As fog gently drifts under Deception Pass bridge at Deception Pass State Park in Washington state's Sanibel Island, nature paints an ethereal scene. It serves as a reminder that even amidst man-made structures, marine life continues to flourish. Traveling across continents to Djibouti, we encounter a Red Swimming Crab proudly displaying its vivid colors against azure waters. Its presence adds vibrancy and diversity to this African coastal paradise. In Arabian seas lies another fascinating species - the Arabian Picasso triggerfish. With its striking patterns and vibrant hues, it captivates divers who explore these warm waters teeming with life. Ras Mohammed National Park in Egypt's Red Sea offers an awe-inspiring spectacle for scuba divers. Two adventurers find themselves face-to-face with a giant moray eel baring its open mouth while surrounded by breathtaking coral reefs – showcasing nature's grandeur. Green turtles gracefully navigate their way through oceans worldwide; their gentle movements remind us of both strength and vulnerability within this fragile ecosystem. Amongst colorful coral gardens resides the Bluecheek butterflyfish – an exquisite underwater gem that dazzles with its radiant blue markings and delicate fins fluttering effortlessly in harmony with ocean currents. A sighting of a Manta ray soaring through crystal-clear waters leaves spectators awestruck by its gracefulness and sheer size – truly one of nature's most magnificent creations.