Seabed Collection (#2)

Soft corals (Dendronephthya sp) in coral reef, West Papua, New Guinea

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) portrait, resting on the sand in shallow water. Its barbels are clearly visible on its top lip. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary

Close up if a Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) swimming over sandy seabed, South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary, West Atlantic Ocean

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) rubbing off flaking skin on the ocean bottom, east coast Baffin island, Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, Canada, May

Smallspotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) on sea floor, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Dover sole (Solea solea) camouflaged on sea floor, Channel Islands, UK August

Gorgonian / Sea whip coral (Ellisella ceratophyta) with Ring tailed cardinalfish (Apogon aureus) swimming in front, West Papua, Indonesia

Stove-pipe sponge (Aplysina archeri) and Orange elephant ear sponge (Agelas clathrodes) Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean, Atlantic Ocean

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) between clam shell halves. Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Tawny nurse shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) group, individuals circling each other at dusk. Vavuu Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Marbled electric ray (Torpedo marmorata) Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Aggregation of thousands of Spider crabs (Leptomithrax gaimardii) for moulting, South Australia Basin, Australia. Pacific Ocean

White spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) feeding by digging in the sand and seagrass for invertebrates. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Caribbean Sea

Queen conch (Strombus gigas) extending its proboscis and stalked eyes at it moves across the sand by coral reef. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) female swimming over a shallow sand bank, under morning sun, North Sound, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) in shallow water. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

Purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana) on sandy sea bed. Rinca, Indonesia

Blue and gold fusilier / Scissor tailed fusilier (Caesio caerulaurea) school swimming through shafts of sunlight, West Papua, Indonesia

Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) juvenile in shallow water, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) female swimming over a shallow sand bank with ripples. Stingray City Sandbar, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Underwater scene where light and water interplay on a shallow sand bank, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea, September 2005

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) swimming over a sandy bottom, Roatan Island, Bay Islands, Honduras Carribean. Captive dolphins used in spectacle; they go out the fence for some minutes a day

Tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) swimming over sandy seabed, Tiger Beach. Bahamas, Atlantic Ocean

Eastern shovelnose ray (Aptychotrema rostrata) on sea floor. Nelson Bay, New South Wales, Australia. July

Large group of Sunflower sea stars (Asterias / Pycnopodia helianthoides) covering rock, pacific coast, Canada, August

Hooded nudibranchs (Melibe leonina) with oral hood for catching planktonic prey. In the Pacific Northwest they are often found clinging to bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)

Red starfish (Echinaster sepositus) group on sea floor, Tenerife, Canary Islands

A vibrant Caribbean coral reef with two Reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezi) and Common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina) and sea plumes (Pseudopterogorgia sp)

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) swimming over a sandy seabed, Bimini, Bahamas

Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus), at night Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

RF - Pod of Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) cruise in formation over the sand of a lagoon while sleeping. Egypt. Red Sea (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Zebra / Leopard shark (Stegostoma varium) swimming away from the bottom, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Playful juvenile Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea) greeting me in shallow water at Carnac Island in Western Australia

Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) two swimming over sand bar, under stormy sky. Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) juvenile feeding on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) blades. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus) bed with Brittlestars (Ophiothrix fragilis) and Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), Shetland, Scotland, UK, September

Lesser spotted catshark / Dogfish shark (Scyliorhinus canicula) amongst seaweed on a maerl bed, South Arran Marine Protected Area, Isle of Arran, Scotland, UK, August

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizi) swimming in coastal waters of San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Sergeant major (Abudefduf sp) schooling in mangroves of Isabela Island, Galapagos

Nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum) over seagrass at night. White spiracle behind eye is visible. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

Patagonian redfish (Sebastes oculatus) about 4cm, Comau Fjord, Patagonia, Chile

Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii), pair tending to egg mass placed beside the protection of an anemone. Yap, Micronesia

Ling (Molva molva) St Abbs Voluntary Marine Reserve, Scotland (North Sea)

Jewel anemones (Corynactis viridis) Guillaumesse, Sark, British Channel Islands

Small-eyed Ray (Raja microocellata) on sea floor, Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Common Hermit Crab (Pagurus bernhardus) Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Peacock Tube Worm (Sabella pavonina) with Cuttlefish eggs, Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Chocolate chip sea star o (Protoreaster nodosus) on sandy bottom. Mabul, Malaysia

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"Exploring the Enchanting Seabed: A Glimpse into its Captivating Creatures" Dive into the mesmerizing world of the seabed, where a Southern stingray gracefully glides over golden sand in the soft dawn light, creating ripples that dance with tranquility. But beware. Amongst this tropical marine wonderland lurks a deadly Cone Shell, a venomous mollusc whose vibrant beauty conceals its perilous nature. In the turquoise waters of Australia's Coral Sea, a majestic Tiger Shark prowls through shallow lagoons, showcasing its powerful presence amidst an intricate coral tapestry. Witnessing this awe-inspiring sight is not for the faint-hearted; however, it pales in comparison to encountering a magnificent Whale Shark near Ningaloo Reef. As it peacefully navigates 24 meters below sea level, schools of Trevally fish follow in harmonious synchrony. The Great Barrier Reef plays host to another remarkable creature—the Loggerhead Turtle—a symbol of resilience and grace as she elegantly swims through vibrant coral gardens. Meanwhile, Puerto Galera's coral reef becomes home to an intriguing Mantis Shrimp on its walkabout adventure—an explosion of colors and patterns that captivate any observer. Venturing further across oceans brings us to Tenerife's Canary Islands, where a Roughtail Stingray rests upon the sandy seafloor like an ancient guardian watching over hidden treasures beneath. And what could be more fascinating than witnessing a Veined Octopus perched atop two halves of an old shell? Its intelligence and adaptability are truly astounding. Delving deeper into Nova Scotia's eelgrass meadows reveals an American Lobster seeking shelter within Zostera Marina—an exquisite display of camouflage against nature's backdrop. Yet when night falls upon distant shores, our Coconut/Veined Octopus emerges from hiding to hunt amidst moonlit sands—its tentacles weaving tales under twinkling stars. As we conclude this visual journey, let Picture No.