Anthozoa Collection (page 9)

A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Indonesia
A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Coral reef and sponges, Belize

Red soft coral with silhouette of ship, Australia

Diver and magnificent anemone, Fiji

Diver exploring Cabbage Coral mountain, Gorontalo, Indonesia
Diver exploring Cabbage Coral mountain (Turbinaria reniformis), Gorontalo, Indonesia. Also known as Scroll Coral

An unusual sea star clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka
An unusual sea star (Linckia laevigata) clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A colorful coral reef grows in the Solomon Islands
A colorful coral reef grows along a deep dropoff in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals near Alor, Indonesia
Reef-building corals and other invertebrates thrive in shallow water near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Sarasvati anemone shrimp in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Sarasvati anemone shrimp (Periclimenes sarasvati) in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Reefscape with grand sea whip and gorgonian sea fans
Reefscape with grand sea whip (Ellisella grandis) and gorgonian sea fans, Raja Ampat, 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

Orange black coral bush and a sea star on a rocky reef top in Indonesia
Orange black coral bush seen through a window in the water, with sharp sunrays coming through, and a pink and brown sea star on a rocky reef top, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Shrimp on bubble coral, Indonesia

A beautiful cluster of soft coral on a coral reef in Indonesia
A beautiful cluster of soft coral colonies grows on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A colorful gorgonian grows on a reef dropoff in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

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

Juvenile fish swim above a slope of corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and harbors more marine organisms than anywhere else on Earth

Close-up of gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding, Beqqa Lagoon Fiji

Pair of Clown Anemonefish, Indonesia

Coral polyps feeding, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Red and white soft coral with sea star on a rocky reef top in Indonesia
Red and white soft coral seen through a window in the water, with overhanging tree shadows above, and a orange sea star on a rocky reef top, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck, Bali
Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck with diver in background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Soft and hard corals grow on a healthy reef in Indonesia
Soft and hard corals grow on a healthy reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Colorful gorgonians grow in off Turneffe Atoll in Belize
Colorful gorgonians grow in shallow water off Turneffe Atoll in Belize. This part of Central America is well known for its clear waters and beautiful coral reefs

A manta ray swimming through a current-swept channel in Indonesia
A manta ray (Manta alfredi) swimming through a current-swept channel in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A scorpionfish is hidden among soft corals on a reef in Indonesia
A small scorpionfish is hidden among soft corals and other colorful invertebrates on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Colorful reef with gorgonian sea fan, soft corals and school of anthias fish
Colorful reef with gorgonian sea fan, multi-colored soft corals and school of anthias fish, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

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

A colony of sea whips grows on a coral reef in Indonesia
A colony of sea whips grows on a beautiful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Red soft coral with crinoid and anthias fish, Papua New Guinea
Red soft coral (Dendronephthya sp) with crinoid, anthias and boat silhouette in Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Red soft coral, Australia

Soft coral, Fiji

Wandering sea anemone, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Freakled hawkfish sits on some Acropora coral on a Fijian reef
Freakled hawkfish (Paracirrhites forsteri) sits on some Acropora coral on a Fijian reef

Colorful reef scene with soft coral, Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
Colorful reef scene with orange and red dendronephthya and cabbage soft coral, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Carpet of green anemone, Christmas Island, Australia

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

A manta ray swimming above a colorful reef in Indonesia
A manta ray (Manta alfredi) swimming above a colorful reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Sunlight silhouettes a table coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Sunlight silhouettes a table coral (Acropora sp.) in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Delicate reef-building corals in Alor, Indonesia
Delicate reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals grow inside Palaus lagoon which is studded with limestone islands. This Micronesian destination is popular among scuba divers and snorkelers due to its spectacular coral reefs

Spotted porcelain crab in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Indonesia
Spotted porcelain crab (Neopetrolisthes maculatus) in anemone, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Indonesia

Sunlight descends underwater and over a set of whip corals growing on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A beautiful starfish lays on a thriving reef in Indonesia
A beautiful starfish (Linckia laevigata) lays on a thriving reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

School of anthias fish swimming over a colorful reef
Deanse school of orange, pink and yellow anthias radiating from a colorful reef with green hard coral and yellow crinoid, Batangas, Philippines

Diver explores a coral reef in Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
Diver explores a coral reef scape in the remote Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Spotted cleaner shrimp on pink tipped anemone in Curacao

Anemonefish in an anemone, Australia

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Anthozoa, the vibrant and diverse world of coral reefs. Nestled within the heart of Hardy Reef, part of the Outer Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, lies a mesmerizing sight - the enchanting Heart Reef. This natural wonder captivates all who lay eyes upon it. As we explore this underwater paradise, we encounter an array of fascinating creatures. The Caiman crocodilus crocodilus gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters alongside the elusive Anilius scytale snake. Their presence adds an element of intrigue to this already captivating ecosystem. Intriguing partnerships are formed beneath the waves as well. RF-Western clownfish seek refuge among Magnificent sea anemones like Heteractis magnifica, showcasing their symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from each other's presence. Doryaspis swim effortlessly amidst a bed of Anthozoa, creating a breathtaking spectacle that transports us back in time to witness nature's ancient beauty unfold before our very eyes. Across continents and oceans, Anthozoa continues to amaze us with its diversity. In Nepture SP off Oregon's coast in the USA, an orange starfish finds solace surrounded by green sea anemone – a harmonious blend of colors against a backdrop of endless blue. Traveling further east to Sri Lanka's tea estates reveals unexpected surprises as Coral Gallery c. 1895 showcases delicate corals preserved for generations to come – reminders of nature's artistic prowess beyond just land and sea. Venturing into West Escarceo in Puerto Galera, Mindoro in the Philippines unveils Tubastrea faulkneri or Orange cup coral revealing its open polyps at nightfall – a radiant display that illuminates these depths with ethereal beauty. Indonesia beckons us next as Gorgonian sea fans (Acalycigorgia sp) sway gently on Raja Ampat's coral reef, painting a picture of tranquility and grace.