Scleractinia Collection (page 5)

Strange coral growth in a lake in Palau
A marine lake in Palau has an almost dream-like appearance due to the water color and strange coral growth

Corals grow along the edge of a mangrove forest in Raja Ampat
A collection of corals grow along the edge of a mangrove forest in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Coral colonies are beginning to bleach on a reef in Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A diver hovers above a coral colony in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A diver hovers above a coral colony (Tubastrea sp.) in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Coral polyps wait for plankton on a reef
Coral polyps (Galaxea sp.) wait for plankton on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A healthy coral reef thrives in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Blue starfish cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia
Blue starfish (Linckia laevigata) cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia. This species of seastar is common throughout the Indo-Pacific

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

Corals grow on a shallow reef in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Indonesia
The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Stony corals in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Stony corals (Acropora acuminata), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

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

A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish lies on a coral reef in Indonesia
A well-camouflaged Crocodilefish (Cymbacephalus beauforti) lies on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Healthy corals cover a reef in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Elkhorn coral grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea
A colony of elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata) grows on a healthy reef in the Caribbean Sea

Small blenny in brain coral, Curacao

A diverse array of corals grow in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef top with various types of soft coral under greenish water at sunset, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Detail of the polyps of a reef-building coral growing in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A table coral is encroached upon by soft corals near the island of Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A beautiful reef grows in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A beautiful reef grows in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Fragile corals grow in shallow water in Komodo National Park
Fragile corals grow in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Fast-growing corals being grown in the Caribbean Sea
Fast-growing corals (Acropora sp.) are being grown by scientists in the Caribbean Sea. Once they reach a certain size they will be planted on a reef that has been previously damaged

A healthy and diverse coral reef grows in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A healthy and diverse coral reef grows near limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A healthy coral reef grows in the Solomon Islands, Melanesia. This region, in the eastern part of the Coral Triangle, harbors spectacular marine biodiversity and is known for its beautiful reefs

Plate coral in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Plate coral (Acropora hyacinthus) Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Abstract of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Abstract of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Colorful corals near the island of Alor, Indonesia
Colorful corals thrive in shallow water near the island of Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Colorful reef-building corals grow on a 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

A saltwater shrimp living on bubble coral in Lembeh Strait
An almost invisible shrimp (Vir philippinensis) lives among the bulbous tentacles of a bubble coral on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

Delicate reef-building corals grow on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Cup coral polyps hang under a ledge on a reef in Fiji

Masses of staghorn coral, Papua New Guinea
Masses of staghorn coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Detail of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detail of coral polyps on a reef in Lembeh Strait
Detail of coral polyps (Diploastrea sp.) on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A beautiful coral reef thrives on an underwater slope in Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef thrives on an underwater slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Sunlight falls on a beautiful reef in Komodo National Park
Afternoon sunlight falls on a beautiful reef growing in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

A colorful crinoid clings to a shallow reef in the Solomon Islands. This beautiful Melanesian region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A diverse coral reef drops into deep water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A scuba diver swims above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Gorgonians and reef-building corals near the Blue Hole in Belize
Colorful gorgonians and reef-building corals grow in shallow water near the famous Blue Hole in Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

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

A brilliantly colored coral colony grows on a healthy reef
A brilliantly colored coral colony (Lobophyllia sp.) grows on a healthy reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Indonesia
A scuba diver swims above a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Reef-building corals are encroached upon by a sand bank in Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

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Diving into the vibrant world of scleractinia, we are greeted by a breathtaking sight. A diver cautiously approaches a magnificent colony of Elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata), its branching arms reaching towards the sunlight. This hard coral (Porites lutea) is adorned with mesmerizing Christmas-tree worms (Spirobranchus giganteus), their colorful plumes swaying in the gentle current. In Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, we discover a shallow coral reef flat teeming with life. Coral polyps of Euphyllia ancora display shades of brown and green, creating an enchanting mosaic beneath the waves. Camouflaged among them is a Common ghostgoby (Pleurosicya mossambica), blending seamlessly into its surroundings on a Plesiastrea sp. Hard coral colony. Witnessing nature's spectacle, we observe the synchronized spawning of Leaf corals (Pavona decussata). Across Kyushu, Japan in the Pacific Ocean, this phenomenon occurs over vast areas with numerous thriving coral colonies, and is truly an awe-inspiring event that showcases the resilience and vitality of these marine ecosystems. Moving to Kosrae, our attention is captured by a Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) surrounded by Lettuce coral (Turbinaria reniformis). The vivid colors and intricate patterns create an underwater tapestry that captivates all who behold it. Backlit by shimmering sunlight reflecting off the surface waters, Acropora microclados thrives in shallow water habitats. These hard corals paint a picturesque scene as they grow and flourish amidst their watery domain. Venturing to Gulf of Bohai brings us face to face with Sun/Tube corals (Tubastraea sp. ), extending their tentacles to capture passing zooplankton. Their delicate dance reveals nature's ingenious strategies for survival and sustenance.