Tentacle Collection (#10)

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Sea Anemone (Actiniaria) closeup ~ Puerto madryn, Chubut, Argentina, South America

Sea Anemone on sea floor of Atlantic Ocean

Sea anenome in the Beqa Lagoon reef, Fiji

A bulbed anemone grows on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A bulbed anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) grows on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A pod of iridescent red and blue jellyfish swim together in the vast ocean

A disco clam on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia
A disco clam (Ctenoides ales) grows on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This species reflects ambient light producing a noticeable flashing effect

Blue ring octopus swimming, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Blue ring octopus swimming, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A tube anemone on a sand slope in Indonesia
A tube anemone (Cerianthid sp.) feeds on planktonic organisms on a sand slope in Indonesia

A red sea fan with sponge colored clam attached, Papua New Guinea
A red sea fan (Melthaea sp.) with sponge colored clam attached, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of Clown Anemonefish, Indonesia

Coral polyps feeding, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Common Octopus guards its lair
Caribbean Reef Octopus guards its lair, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A broadclub cuttlefish, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
A broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A bioluminescent Jellyfish is a predator catching small fish and organisms with their poisonous tentacles

A pair of anemonefish in its host anemone, Manado, Indonesia
A pair of anemonefish in its host anemone, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Pygmy Cuttlefish, Indonesia

Wandering sea anemone, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Coconut Octopus in shell, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Coconut Octopus in shell, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Anemonefish in an anemone, Australia

Peacock mantis shrimp moving a rock to make a burrow, Bali
Peacock mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) moving a rock to make a burrow, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Clingfish on crinoid, Australia

A large lions mane jellyfish swims in a kelp forest off the coast of California. Kelp forests, which grow in temperate areas worldwide, provide vital habitat for many species of fish and invertebrates

Clown anemonefish in anemone, Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Small polyps feeding, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A Caribbean reef octopus on the seafloor off the coast of Belize
A Caribbean reef octopus (Octopus briareus) explores the seafloor of a shallow reef off the coast of Belize. This intelligent cephalpod ranges throughout the Caribbean feeding on lobster, crab

Close-up view of a Mantis Shrimp, Papua New Guinea
Close-up head view of a Mantis Shrimp (Odontodactylus scyallarus), Volcano crater, Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

Close-up of a tube anemone
A tube anemone grows on a sandy seafloor near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Soft coral polyps growing on a reef in Indonesia wait for plankton to fall within their grasp

Lochs chromodoris nudibranch amongst coral. Solomons
Lochs chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) amongst coral, depth 12 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

Cuttlefish, Indonesia

Polyps of a Galaxea coral colony grow on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A pair of Yellowtail Damselfish amongst hard coral
A pair of Goldtail Demoiselle (Chrysiptera parasema) amongst hard coral, Volcano Crater Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

Sea cups in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Nudibranch, Fiji

Exteme close-up of the mouth of a crinoid feather star, Papua New Guinea

A tube anemone grows on a sandy seafloor in Indonesia
A tube anemone grows on a sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Banded coral shrimp amongst staghorn coral, Papua New Guinea
Banded coral shrimp (Stenopus hispidus) amongst staghorn coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pelagia noctiluca jellyfish illustration. The jellyfish is a predator of the oceans and feeds on small fish and zooplankton. Pelagia noctiluca jellyfish has the ability to glow in the dark

A flabellina nudibranch amongst coral
A flabellina nudibranch (Flabellina exoptata) amongst coral at a depth of 10 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

Clownfish in green anemone, Indonesia

Close-up view of an individual coral polyp captured at 3X life size, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

An iridescent blue jellyfish with trailing stinging tentacles to subdue its prey

Cuttlefish with tentacles extended, North Sulawesi
Fierce-looking flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) with tentacles extended, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A Heliofungia coral colony grows on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Broadclub Cuttlefish, Papua New Guinea
A Broadclub Cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus), Inglis Shoal, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Clownfish in purple tip anemone, Australia

Sand Anemone with flurescent green coloring, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A coconut octopus crawls across the sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

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"Tentacle: A Symbol of Power, Mystery, and Nature's Intricacies" From ancient times to modern depictions, the tentacle has captivated our imagination with its enigmatic allure. In 1882, an American cartoon portrayed England as the octopus of imperialism, symbolizing its relentless quest for land across continents. This Devilfish in Egyptian waters served as a powerful metaphor for domination. Jules Verne's "20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea" brought forth another image of a wriggling arm brandishing in the air - an eerie reminder of the deep-sea wonders that lay beneath. The octopus became synonymous with mystery and intrigue. But not all they are fearsome; some hold delicate beauty within their grasp. The Blue-ringed Octopus mesmerizes us with its vibrant hues while reminding us of nature's intricate designs. In folklore and mythology alike, we encounter tales of sea monsters like Kraken attacking ships with their massive tentacles. These legends from Scandinavia evoke both fear and fascination as they remind us of humanity's vulnerability against nature's might. Even in political satire, tentacles find their place. An anti-Russian map from 1904 humorously depicts Europe and Asia entangled by Russia's reach - highlighting how power can extend through unseen appendages. Beyond marine creatures, snakes too possess captivating coils that resemble tentacles in their sinuous movements. Their elegance reminds us that even danger can be beautiful. The clash between two giants unfolds when the Kraken battles Sperm Whales in a lithograph from 1900 - showcasing strength locked within each creature’s mighty limbs. Venturing into colder realms brings encounters with mysterious beings like unidentified large jellyfish amidst brash ice in Antarctica’s Cierva Cove. These ethereal creatures embody both fragility and resilience against harsh polar conditions. And let us not forget about squid.