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Erect rope sponge (Amphimedon compressa), St. Lucia, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America
Filename: 1103-31.jpg
Size: 3444 x 5176 (4.0MB)
Date: 3rd March 2008
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Lisa Collins/Robert Harding
Source: www.robertharding.com
Country: St. Lucia
© Lisa Collins
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Erect rope sponge (Amphimedon compressa), St. Lucia, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America
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Media ID 7887963
© Lisa Collins
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the vibrant and bizarre beauty of an Erect rope sponge (Amphimedon compressa) in its natural habitat off the coast of St. Lucia, West Indies. The Caribbean waters provide a stunning backdrop for this underwater marvel, with hues of blue enveloping the scene. The image captures the intricate growth pattern of this coral-dwelling creature, resembling a twisted rope suspended in mid-air. Its bright red color stands out against the surrounding sea bed, adding to its allure. Photographers Lisa Collins and Robert Harding have expertly captured the essence of this unique marine species, highlighting its delicate structure and fascinating details. The vertical composition emphasizes both the height and depth that these sponges can reach as they thrive in their undersea environment. In this snapshot from nature's realm, we are reminded of the incredible diversity found beneath our oceans' surfaces. This solitary animal serves as a testament to resilience and adaptability within our planet's ecosystems. With no human presence visible in this photograph, it allows us to fully immerse ourselves in "the natural world" where animals roam freely without interference. Through Collins and Harding's lens, we gain insight into a hidden world teeming with life that often goes unnoticed by land dwellers. This awe-inspiring image is not only visually striking but also serves as a reminder to appreciate and protect Earth's precious wildlife treasures found throughout Central America's coastal regions.
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