Soft Coral Collection (page 2)

School of orange Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a coral reef with table corals (Acropora sp)
School of orange Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) on a coral reef with table corals (Acropora sp.) and red soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.), Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt

Long-snouted seahorse / Spiny seahorse (Hippocampus guttulatus) camouflaged on a White seafan (Eunicella singularis), Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

Gold coral (Savalia Savaglia) colonising Red gorgonian (Paramuricea clavata), Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

Shoal of Mediterranean Fairy basslet (Anthias anthias) swimming between Red gorgonian (Paramuricea clavata) that have colonised the crossbars of a sunken electricity pylon that fell into the sea

RF - Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp)
RF - Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp.) on a coral reef, Laamu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming in front of Fire corals (Millepora dichotoma) and soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) and (Scleronephthya sp)

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) feeding on red soft corals (Dendronephthya sp)
Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) feeding on red soft corals (Dendronephthya sp.) on a reef, Jackson Reef, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) sitting disoriented on top of Common sea fan (Gorgonia ventalina) after being driven out of hiding by fisherman

Dead-mans finger (Alcyonium digitatum), close up of feeding polyps, Levenwick, Shetland, Scotland, North Atlantic Ocean, UK

An inflated Guineafowl pufferfish (Arothron meleagris) in front of sea fans (Gorgonia sp)
An inflated Guineafowl pufferfish (Arothron meleagris) in front of sea fans (Gorgonia sp.) on a reef wall, Fiji, Pacific Ocean

Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp)
Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp.), Fiji, Pacific Ocean

Species of marine demosponges and soft corals
6338375 Species of marine demosponges and soft corals by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Species of marine demosponges and soft corals)

Detail of octo coral polyps from Sea fan (Gorgonia sp. ), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean
Detail of octo coral polyps from Sea fan (Gorgonia sp.), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Soft coral (Dendronepthya sp) garden, Iris Strait, Triton Bay, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Bargibants pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) camouflaged in a seafan (Muricella sp)
Bargibants pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) camouflaged in a seafan (Muricella sp.), Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Colourful soft corals, Dead mans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) and common sea urchins (Echinus esculentus) mass beneath a kelp forest (Laminaria hyperborea)

Tiny (1cm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) hides in the branches of its home seafan (Muricella sp)
Tiny (1cm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) hides in the branches of its home seafan (Muricella sp.) on a coral reef. Daram Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Sea Turtle and a diver
Ilan Ben Tov

Coral reef under the sun of Raja Ampat
La magie du spot de Four kings A  Misool. Un des plus beau endroits de raja Ampat.. Barathieu Gabriel

Yellow seafan (Leptogorgia viminalis) La Gomera, Canary Islands

Catshark egg, (Scyliorhinus sp. ), on Yellow gorgonia, (Eunicella cavolini)
Catshark egg, (Scyliorhinus sp.), on Yellow gorgonia, (Eunicella cavolini), Punta Campanella Marine Protected area, Costa Amalfitana / Amalfi coast, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean. October

A shiver of Caribbean reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezi) swim over a coral reef with Common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina) and sea plumes (Pseudopterogorgia sp)

Split level image of Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp. ) flourishing in shallow water close
Split level image of Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp.) flourishing in shallow water close to uninhabited coral islands. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Colourful Soft corals (Dendronephthya hemprichi) with reef fishes, including Golden damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) at Hin Daeng

Seafan / Red gorgonian (Paramuricea clavata) and Light-bulb sea squirt (Clavelina lepadiformis) Punta Carena, Capri Island, Sorrentine Peninsula, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezi) swimming over a coral reef, watched by a Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus) surrounded by common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina)

Yellow seafan (Leptogorgia viminalis) La Gomera, Canary Islands

Crinoid (Crinoidea) on Soft coral (Alcyonacea). Derawan Islands, East Kalimantan, Indonesia

Cuckoo wrasse (Labrus mixtus) male in front of Red sea fan, (Paramuricea clavata), Stupiste In dive site, Vis Island, Croatia, Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean

Four Pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus bargibanti) on a Seafan / Gorgonian (Muricella sp. ) including one or several pregnant males. New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Kaleidoscopic image of polyps on gorgonian coral. West Papua, Indonesia

Primnoella soft coral, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Split level image of Leather corals (Sarcophyton sp.) flourishing in shallow water close to uninhabited coral islands. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Midnight snapper (Macolor macularis) shelters in a cavern on a coral reef with white soft corals (Scleronephthya sp.) and solderfish. Vavuu Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Soft corals (Dendronephthya hemprichi) growing in very shallow water in the shade provided by a jetty, while a school of Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus) circle. Berenice Jetty, Aqaba, Jordan

Gorgonian sea fans (Melithaea sp. ) with a large school of Pygmy sweepers (Parapriacanthus
Gorgonian sea fans (Melithaea sp.) with a large school of Pygmy sweepers (Parapriacanthus ransonetti) Andaman Sea, Thailand

Kaleidoscopic image of soft coral (Dendronephthya sp.) and Lyretail anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis). Egypt, Red Sea

Kaleidoscopic image of Gorgonian sea fan (Melithaea sp. ) Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand
Kaleidoscopic image of Gorgonian sea fan (Melithaea sp.) Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand

Close up of tiny (10mm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) living disguised in Muricella sp. sea fan. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Female Denises pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus denise) on coral seafan (Annella mollis) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Amphipod (Iphimedia obesa) on top of a colony of Deadmans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) coral, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, UK, April

Golden damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) hiding amongst the branches of red whip coral (Ctenocella sp.) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp)
Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp.) Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Red gorgonians (Lophogorgia chilensis) growing beneath a Giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forest, with female California sheephead (Semicossyphus pulcher). Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands

Redtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon collare) pair in front of a smooth Sea fan (Annella mollis). Butterflyfish regularly form stable pairs. Similan Islands, Thailand. Andaman Sea, Indian Ocean

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezi) swimming over Common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina) on a coral reef. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Abstract view of Seafan (Melithaea sp. ). Ra Province, Viti Levu, Fiji. Nananu Passage
Abstract view of Seafan (Melithaea sp.). Ra Province, Viti Levu, Fiji. Nananu Passage, Vatu-i-Ra Passage, Bligh Waters, Tropical South Pacific Ocean

Soft coral crab (Hoplophrys oatesil) climbing out onto a branch of yellow and red soft coral (Dendronephthya sp.) at night. Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines

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"Discover the mesmerizing beauty of soft corals in Indonesia's stunning Raja Ampat region. Witness the graceful dance of a Sweetlip fish as it glides over a vibrant sea fan, creating a breathtaking underwater spectacle. " "Immerse yourself in the colorful wonders of Raja Ampat, Indonesia, where schools of Yellowtail fusilier fish gracefully swim past delicate sea whip corals. A true feast for the eyes. " "Dive into an enchanting world where a Lionfish finds solace amidst lush Soft Corals and Anthias fish. This captivating scene showcases nature's harmony and diversity in Papua's pristine waters. " "Marvel at the intricate formations of Gorgonian sea fans adorning coral reefs in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. These magnificent structures provide shelter and sustenance to countless marine species. " "Astonishing biodiversity unfolds before your eyes as you encounter Gorgonian/Sea whip coral accompanied by Ring tailed cardinalfish. Explore Egypt's Red Sea and witness this kaleidoscopic display of soft corals. " "Step into an underwater paradise adorned with soft corals, encrusting sponges, and playful Pygmy sweepers on a vibrant coral reef. Experience the magic that thrives beneath the surface. " "In West Papua, Indonesia lies a hidden gem - soft coral (Dendronephthya sp. ) flourishing on the seabed. Delicate yet resilient, these captivating organisms paint an ethereal picture beneath turquoise waters. " "Journey to Triton Bay near Kaimana in West Papua and be enchanted by the exquisite beauty of Flower tree soft corals (Umbellulifera sp. ). Discover nature's artistry at its finest. " "Witness nature's predator-prey dynamics unfold as Flamingo tongue cowries prey upon common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina). East End in Grand Cayman offers glimpses into this fascinating symbiotic relationship.