Polyp Collection (#13)

Coral polyps - Night. Feeding on polychate worm, Coral polyps are carnivours. They feed on other animals Heron Is
VT-8378 Coral polyps - Night. Feeding on polychate worm Heron Is. Great Barrier Reef. Australia Tubastrea faulkneri Coral polyps are carnivours

Coral Polyps - Caught in the act of retracting into the central body - this small coral colony looks a little like a
VT-8856 Coral Polyps - Caught in the act of retracting into the central body - this small coral colony looks a little like a space creature Papua New Guinea. Goniopora sp

A boulder coral (Diploastrea heliopora), with polyps partially extended. Andaman Sea, Myanmar
AUS-646 Boulder coral with partially extended polyps, flesh retracted into the protecting limestone skeleton. Andaman Sea

Coral polyps - Night, Polyp stinging small fish to death before devouring it Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef
VT-8379 Coral polyps - Night, Polyp stinging small fish to death before devouring it Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia Tubastrea faulkneri Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are

Coral Polyp - Night, Polyp stinging small fish to death before devouring it Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef. Australia
VT-8375 Coral Polyp - Night, Polyp stinging small fish to death before devouring it Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef. Australia Tubastrea faulkneri Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are

Coral polyp detail pale cream in colour, Red Sea
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Tiny Red Goby (Pleurosicya sp) Two resting on coral Mabul Island, Borneo, Malaysia. (RR)
Alan James / SplashdownDirect

Pair of wire coral gobies, Bryaninops yongei, on wire coral, Cirripathes anguina, Ailuk atoll, Marshall Islands
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Coral polyps, - Night. Worms attracted by camera light excite these cup corals into a feeding frenzy Heron Is
VT-8373 Coral polyps, - Night. Worms attracted by camera light excite these cup corals into a feeding frenzy Heron Is. Great barrier reef, Australia

Sea Serpent Norway
A giant polyp - is it meant to be a squid ? - grabs a sailor by his arm off the deck of his ship

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Polyps: From Coral Feeding Frenzies to Stunning Gorgonian Fans" Picture No. 11676238: Witness the mesmerizing beauty of a coral polyp at night, as it delicately feeds on a polychaete worm. These carnivorous creatures are known for their ability to capture and consume other animals, showcasing nature's fascinating predator-prey dynamics. Nighttime Feast on Heron Island: Immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef as a coral polyp indulges in its nocturnal meal, this time feasting on a fish. The reef comes alive after dark with these captivating feeding events. Battle for Survival: In an intense display of competition, two coral polyps engage in a fierce struggle over a small fish during the nighttime hours off Heron Island. Witness firsthand how even seemingly stationary organisms can exhibit remarkable aggression when resources are scarce. Enchanting Polyps on Gorgonian Fan Coral: Journey to West Papua, Indonesia, where stunning gorgonian fan corals serve as home to numerous polyps thriving amidst their intricate branches and colorful hues. A Close-Up Encounter with Purple Short Tentacle Mushroom Coral: Dive into Lembeh Strait's underwater wonderland and marvel at the close-up view of purple short tentacle mushroom coral (Fungia sp. ) polyps that adorn its surface like delicate flowers. Unveiling Nature's Artistry with Dead-man's Finger Coral: Explore Levenwick in Shetland, Scotland, where you'll discover the enchanting dead-man's finger (Alcyonium digitatum). Observe its feeding polyps up close and appreciate their role within this unique marine ecosystem found in North Atlantic Ocean waters. Diverse Marine Life Interactions.