Octocoral Collection (page 2)

Soft corals grow in shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and houses the highest marine biodiversity on Earth

Soft corals thrive on a healthy reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Small soft coral, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Reef scape in the Solomon Islands showing various corals

Goby on a sea pen, Indonesia

Close-up view of a Hawksbill sea turtle next to a red sea fan, Indonesia
Close-up view of a Hawksbill sea turtle next to a red sea fan on a reef in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Red sabre squirrelfish hiding in a forest of gorgonian sea fans
Red sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum) hiding in a forest of gorgonian sea fans, Layang Layang, Spratly Islands, Malaysia

Colorful soft corals grow on a reef dropoff in Raja Ampat
Colorful soft corals and invertebrates grow on a reef dropoff in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A gorgonian sea fan with the view of Boo Windows, Indonesia
A gorgonian sea fan with the view of Boo Windows in the background, Southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Sea fans and soft coral, Fiji

A juvenile golden spadefish against a coral encrusted strut under Arborek Jetty
A juvenile golden spadefish (Platax boersii) against a coral encrusted strut under Arborek Jetty, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Soft corals adorn the legs of Arborek Jetty, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) adorn the legs of Arborek Jetty, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Diver illuminates mushroom leather coral and crinoid with twin lamps
Diver illuminates mushroom leather coral (Sarcophyton sp.) and crinoid (Crinoid sp.) with twin lamps, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A diver approaches colorful soft corals and crinoids on the reefs of Raja Ampat
A diver approaches colorful soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) and crinoids on the stunning reefs of southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Close-up view of soft tree coral, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Close-up view of soft tree coral (Dendronephthya sp.) with diver in background, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

A colorful coral reef grows along a deep dropoff in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A diver looks on at large gorgonian sea fans, Solomon Islands
A diver looks on at large gorgonian sea fans (Subergorgia sp.), Solomon Islands

A soft coral colony near Alor, Indonesia
A soft coral colony and other invertebrates thrive in shallow water near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Sea fan on soft coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Colorful soft corals adorn a reef in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Colorful soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) adorn a reef in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Reefscape with black coral and gorgonian sea fan, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A diver approaches a gorgonian sea fan, Indonesia
A diver approaches a gorgonian sea fan through Boo Windows, Southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Gorgonian sea fan attached to a leg under Arborek Jetty, Raja Ampat
Gorgonian sea fan attached to a leg under Arborek Jetty, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Soft corals grow on the edge of Palaus barrier reef
Soft corals grow on a shallow reef flat on the edge of Palaus barrier reef. This Micronesian destination is popular among scuba divers and snorkelers due to its spectacular coral reefs

Colorful crinoids and soft corals adorn a reef in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Colorful soft corals adorn the stunning reefs of southern Raja Ampat
Colorful soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) adorn the stunning reefs of southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

A tiny crab clings to a sea pen on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Crustaceans make up a large part of the biodiversity found on reefs

Pair of orange gorgonian sea fan and black crinoid star with sunlight shining through, Derawan Islands, East Kalimantan, Indonesia

A dead table coral, now covered in healthy soft corals, taken at Neptune Fan Sea, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Brightly colored soft coral, Dibba, Oman
Brightly colored fuschia, red and grey soft coral against black and green water, Dibba, Oman

A diver looks on at a group of crinoids, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A diver looks on at a group of crinoids, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Red sea fan and soft coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A set of soft corals grows in the shallow waters of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A soft coral colony grows on a reef dropoff in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Nudibranchs on a sea pen C014 / 2909
Nudibranchs on a sea pen. Nudibranch (Armina sp.) sea slugs feeding on a sea pen (Veretillum sp). Nudibranchs are shell-less marine molluscs that live in seas around the world

Sea pen C014 / 2923
Sea pen. Close-up of the branching tentacles of a Vurgilaria sp. sea pen. Sea pens are colonial soft coral organisms related to sea feathers

Fish on a sea pen C014 / 2922
Fish on a sea pen. Triplefin (family Tripterygiidae) blenny resting on a collapsed sea pen (Pteroeides sp.). Sea pens are colonial soft coral organisms related to sea feathers

Sea pen and triplefin blenny. Close-up of the branching tentacles of a Virgularia sp. sea pen with a triplefin blenny (family Tripterygiidae) fish resting on it

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5570
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5569
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Umbellula thomsoni, deep-ocean sea pen
Umbellula thomsoni, named in honour of the Challenger Expeditionss scientific leader, Charles Wyville Thomson. The Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) was funded by the British Government

Gougonia flabellum, pink sea fan
Coral skeleton of a pink sea fan from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Sea pens (Virgularia sp.). The sea pen is a colonial organism related to sea feathers. Photographed in Bali, Indonesia

Soft coral polyps (Dendronephthya sp.) opened out and feeding. Soft corals (octocorals) are colonies of tiny organisms (polyps)

Goby on sea pen
Goby (Pleurisicya mossambica) on a purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana). Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Goose barnacle on a sea pen
Goose barnacle (Lepas anatifera) attached to a purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana). Photographed off Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Redtail butterflyfish and coral. Redtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon collare) swimming over blue coral (Heliopora coerulea) on a reef. Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand

Brittlestars on sea pen
Brittlestar (Ophiothela sp. spiny) on a purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana). Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

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Discover the mesmerizing world of octocorals. 🌊🐠✨ DDE-90024784, also known as whip coral goby, is a stunning species found in the Philippines. Dive into the vibrant underwater realm of Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia as a diver approaches soft corals that create an enchanting spectacle. Gorgonian coral adds to the breathtaking beauty of this marine wonderland. Witness nature's artistry as vibrant soft coral colonies thrive on a reef in Lembeh Strait, creating a kaleidoscope of colors. An orange sea star gracefully rests over reddish and beige soft coral, showcasing nature's harmonious palette. Journey to the Solomon Islands where soft corals flourish on reefs, adding splashes of life and vitality to their surroundings. A curious diver gazes at large gorgonian sea fans in awe while exploring these pristine waters. Reefscape in Raja Ampat becomes an ethereal sight with its majestic coverings of gorgonians – truly a paradise for divers and marine enthusiasts alike. Delight your senses with grand sea whip and gorgonian sea fans adorning another captivating reefscape scene. Get up close and personal with gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding – witness their delicate dance under sunlight descending through crystal-clear waters onto a bed of whip corals below.