Bony Fish Collection (page 2)

Carp (Cyprinus carpio) in oxbow lake of the Aare River, Switzerland

Backlit photo of a Robust ghost pipefish (Solenostomus cyanopterus) reveals a small fish that it has just eaten in its stomach. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Molluca Sea

Brandts cormorant (Phalacrocorax penicillatus) bursts through a school of Pacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) while hunting beneath an oil rig

Atlantic Salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), side view

Sea Trout, Salmo trutta, side view

Naso lituratus, orangespine unicornfish
Ff. 194. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Pterois volitans, red lionfish
Plate 112 from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Red sea fan (Melithaea sp.) is surrounded by Glassfish ( Apogon sp.) on a coral reef. Daram Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Man-of-war fish (Nomeus gronovi) living within deadly tentacles of Portuguese man o war (Physalia physalis), to whose toxin it is ten times more resistant than other fish, at sea surface. Dominica

Golden Trout, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, side view

Grey-blue Conger Eel (Conger sp. )
Grey-blue Conger Eel (Conger sp.)

Black jewfish
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Blue triggerfish (Pseudobalistes fuscus) over a coral reef. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Yellowtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon xanthurus) swimming over a coral reef. These fish inhabit shallow waters and feed on algae and small invertebrates

Bigeye scad. School of bigeye scad (Selar crumenophthalmus) fish swimming in mid water. Photographed off Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Queen angelfish and blue tangs
Queen angelfish (Holacanthus ciliaris, yellow tail) with blue tangs (Acanthurus coeruleus) in the background. Photographed off Bonaire Island in the Netherlands Antilles, in the Atlantic Ocean

Giant trevally fish
Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) fish. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Bluegill - Freshwaters, North America; from Quebec to northern Mexico. Widely introduced as a popular sport fish
PM-10407 Bluegill - Freshwaters North America; from Quebec to northern Mexico. Widely introduced as a popular sport fish Lepomis macrochirus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal

Plate 130 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Snapper fish
Drawing no 54 by George Raper, 1790. Illustration labelled snapper of Norfolk Island

Scorpaena volitans (Pterois volitans)
Plate 184 - Naturgeschichte der ausl䮤 ischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Cutthroat Trout, Oncorhynchus clarki, side view

Haliaetus leucocephalus, bald eagle
Plate 31 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Cyprinus hybiscoides, common carp
Part of LS Plate 166 from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Tetraodon lineatus, globe fish

Yellow seahorse (Hippocampus histrix). Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand

Striped eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus). School of juvenile striped eel catfish. These catfish have highly venomous spines and can reach up to 32 centimetres in length

Yellow-back fusiliers (Caesio teres) schooling. These fish live in schools and inhabit coral reefs where they feed on zooplankton. They can reach a length of 40cm

Crown butterflyfish (Chaetodon semilarvatus) over a coral reef. The range of this fish extends from the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Pelican eel (Eurypharynx pelecanoides), computer artwork. This is a deep sea fish, living in the lightless (aphotic) zone below around 500 metres

Butterflyfish and purple anthias fish
Butterflyfish (family Chaetodontidae) and purple anthias fish (Pseudanthias tuka, purple) schooling over corals. Photographed at Bunaken National Marine Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

False clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) amongst anemone tentacles. Photographed in Misool, Raja Empat, West Papua, Indonesia

Lionfish (Pterois volitans). This predatory fish is native to the Indo-Pacific region. It fins have spines containing a potent toxin, which deters predators and can deliver a very painful sting

Ocean sunfish (Mola mola) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) detail of the eyes and mouth, United Kingdom, September

Schools of Pacific creolefish (Cephalopholis colonus) and Panamic sergeant major (Abudefduf troschelii) swimming through sun beams inside an underwater cavern

Blue tropical reef fish composite image on black background, Blue triggerfish (Pseudobalistes fuscus), Bicolour angelfish (Centropyge bicolor), Elongate surgeonfish (Acanthurus mata)

West African mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarus) Joao Vieira Poillo, Bijagos Archipellago. Guinea Bissau

Yellow tropical reef fish composite image on black background, Falcula butterflyfish (Chaetodon falcula), Yellow boxfish (Ostracion cubicus), Golden butterflyfish (Chaetodon semilarvatus)

Guineafowl puffer fish (Arothron meleagris) inflated, displaying defensive behaviour over coral reef, Yap, Indo Pacific, Micronesia

Dugong (Dugong dugon) male and juvenile Golden trevally (Gnathanodon speciosus) shoal swimming over Turtlegrass (Halophila stipulacea) seagrass bed. Marsa Alam, Egypt

Short-snouted seahorse (Hippocampus hippocampus) male, Ponza Island, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean Sea

Dugong (Dugong dugon) male and juvenile Golden trevally (Gnathanodon speciosus) shoal swimming over Turtlegrass (Halophila stipulacea) seagrass bed. Marsa Alam, Egypt

Leafy seadragon (Phycodurus eques) male carrying eggs, swims over seagrass meadow. Wool Bay, Edithburgh, South Australia. Gulf of St Vincent

Giant hogfish (Bodianus macrognathos) male yawning at a cleaning station run by juvenile Spanish hogfish (Bodianus rufus). Jardines de la Reina, Gardens of the Queen National Park, Cuba. Caribbean Sea

Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) hunting mackerel (Scomber colias) Tenerife, Canary Islands

Unicorn leatherjacket filefish (Aluterus monoceros) at night, The Bahamas. February

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"Bony Fish: A Fascinating Underwater World" Dive into the mesmerizing world of bony fish, where an array of captivating species thrive. Witness the grace and beauty of nature as a Dugong male indulges in a seagrass meadow, its elongated body gliding effortlessly through the water. Meanwhile, Killer Whales or Orcas showcase their intelligence and teamwork as they navigate the vast ocean with precision. In the depths below, Piraputanga fish create a breathtaking underwater landscape at Aquario Natural in Rio Baia Bonito. Their vibrant colors blend harmoniously with their surroundings, creating an enchanting sight for any observer. The Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully swims over a coral reef, reminding us of the delicate balance that exists within our oceans. A Brown Trout reveals its intricate patterns while swimming sideways, showcasing its adaptability to various habitats. Tarpon portrait from Eleuthera in Bahamas takes our breath away with its sheer size and power; truly a majestic creature to behold. The Leopard catfish native to Amazon Basin adds charm to freshwater aquariums with its unique markings and playful behavior. Young European eels known as elvers or glass eels captivate us with their translucent bodies as they embark on their incredible journey across vast distances. Witnessing a Weedy Seadragon male carrying eggs through a kelp forest is like witnessing pure magic unfold before your eyes – it's an extraordinary display of parental care found only in these remarkable creatures. Delve deeper into the mysterious abyss where Malacosteus niger or stoplight loosejaw lurks; this deep-sea dweller possesses bioluminescent adaptations that make it both eerie and fascinating. As we explore further offshore, encounter the mighty Black Marlin displaying strength and agility unmatched by many other marine predators. Lastly, marvel at the Arabian Picasso triggerfish's vivid colors adorning coral reefs - nature's own masterpiece painted beneath turquoise waters.