Seabed Collection (#9)

Diver jumping into the sea off the coast of Malta as part of an inflatable house project. The house was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay

Diver underwater off the coast of Malta
Diver swimming underwater as part of an inflatable house project. The house was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Underwater house telephone equipment, Malta
Telephone equipment connected with an underwater, inflatable house, being used on a beach in Malta. The house was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Students with underwater house equipment, Malta
Students and equipment connected with an underwater, inflatable house on a beach in Malta. One student is being fitted with diving gear

Underwater house floating in the sea, Malta
An underwater, inflatable house floating in the sea, about to be lowered to the seabed by students on the coast of Malta. The house was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay

Underwater house equipment under construction, Malta
Young man assembling electronic equipment connected with an underwater, inflatable house under construction on a beach in Malta

Underwater house being carried, Malta
An underwater, inflatable house being carried towards the sea by students on a beach in Malta. The house was then anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Underwater house on the seashore, Malta
An underwater, inflatable house on the seashore, about to be lowered into the sea by students on a beach in Malta. The house was then anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay

Underwater house under construction, Malta
An underwater, inflatable house under construction by students on a beach in Malta. The house was then anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Underwater theodolite off the coast of Malta
Diver using a theodolite to survey the best location for an inflatable house which was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Divers underwater off the coast of Malta
Divers swimming underwater with a box connected to their research with an inflatable house which was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Divers with underwater house off the coast of Malta
Divers attempt to anchor an Underwater House to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta. The inflatable house was equipped with lighting

Diver with underwater house off the coast of Malta
Diver attempts to anchor an Underwater House to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta. The inflatable house was equipped with lighting

Fairies walking on the seabed on a New Year card
Three fairies walking on the seabed on a New Year card, admiring the sea creatures. Date: circa 1890s

Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) swimming underwater at Bartolome Island, Galapagos, Ecuador, South America

Art nouveau style coral on the seabed. Date: circa 1920s

Bottlenose dolphins - dancing and blowing air underwater (Tursiops truncatus). Complex play / creative behaviour: dolphins often play with the bubbles or rings of air they create

Underwater pioneers by G. H. Davis
Underwater pioneers: early ancestors of our midget submarines. Some 17th to 20th century designs: primitive forerunners of Britains latest naval weapon. Date: 1943

Submarine mines, WW1
How submarine mines look when laid on the seabed. Each one contains a charge of gun cotton, and explodes on contact. Date: 1914

Illustration of sonar system Gloria sending out sound pulses across sea bed, picking up echoes bouncing back from features on the sea bed and communicating them to on-board computers

Illustration of smokers (sea vents, hydrothermal vents) on the ocean floor in volcanically active areas of mid-ocean ridges

Digital illustration of wave breaking onto stepped ocean floor

Subterranean cross-section view revealing colourful vegetation growing on seabed

Seaweed, selection of marine benthic algae

Shark on ocean bed, surrounded by marine life

Lionfish on colourful coral reef, scuba diver in background, underwater

Digitally generated illustration of wave breaking onto sloping ocean floor

Digitally generated illustration of ocean surface wave resulting from wind

Illustration of Japanese Ama holding breath as she swims toward seabed to forage for pearl oysters with rope tied around waist attached to wooden barrel on surface of water

Illustration of Common Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis), invertebrate molluscs with cephalopod eyes, swimming and camouflaged against seabed

Illustration of Cone Snail (Conus Striatus), drawing prey into mouth below proboscis

Illustration of Wentletrap (Epitonium), predatory snails and Pink Sea Fan (Eunicella verrucosa) coral living on seabed below ocean tideline

Illustration of Peppery Furrow Shell (Scrobicularia plana), also known as Sand Gaper, with long siphons in leathery tube, and West African Tellin (Tellina madagascariensis)

Illustration of deep-sea diver wearing wetsuit looking at Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas), the largest bivalve mollusc

Cartoon of crab, sinking in sand, over-burdened by barnacles on back

Cross section illustration of measuring distance from surface of water to ship on ocean floor using

Illustration of a tsunami

Illustration of mountain formation (left) and volcanic activity (right) including erupting stratovol

Illustration of colourful anemone on seabed

Illustration of a Horseshoe crab (Limulidae) on the ocean floor

Illustration of observation submarine illuminating sea bed

Illustration of ship travelling the ocean and a sunken ship on the ocean floor

Illustration of scuba diver touching some plants on the seabed

Illustration of anchor on seabed and fish swimming nearby

Illustration of jellyfish, small fish, sea urchins, and starfish underwater

Illustration of Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) shooting out cloud of eggs

A profusion of hard and soft corals on Sebayur Island, Komodo National Park, Flores Sea, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Adult spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus), Sebayur Island, Komodo National Park, Flores Sea, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

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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.