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Devilfish Collection

The Devilfish, a creature of intrigue and fascination, has captivated the human imagination for centuries

Background imageDevilfish Collection: The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters. An American cartoon from 1882 depicting John Bull (England)

The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters. An American cartoon from 1882 depicting John Bull (England)
IMPERIALISM CARTOON, 1882. The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters. An American cartoon from 1882 depicting John Bull (England) as the octopus of imperialism grabbing land on every continent

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Océanic Manta Ray

Océanic Manta Ray
On ne s'en rend pas compte sur la photo, mais cette raie Manta OcA©anique est immense!!! Environ 6 mA┬¿tres d'envergure.. Barathieu Gabriel

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Ocean Manta Ray on the reef

Ocean Manta Ray on the reef
Certainement l'une des plus belles photos de cette croisiA┬¿re, et l'un des plus beau moment aussi. Cette magnifique et gigantesque raie manta ocA©anique

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 12019789

Picture No. 12019789
Spiny Devilfish - on black sand - TK2 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Date:

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 12019785

Picture No. 12019785
Red Spiny Devilfish - walking with modfied pectoral fins on black sand with erect spines - Night dive, TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Reef manta rays (Manta alfredi) cruise over the shallows off Ukumehame in a mating train

Reef manta rays (Manta alfredi) cruise over the shallows off Ukumehame in a mating train. The female is in the foreground and leads this procession; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Manta Ray, Hawaii, USA

Manta Ray, Hawaii, USA
Reef manta rays (Manta alfredi) cruise over the shallows off Ukumehame in a mating train; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Spiny Devilfish, Philippines

Spiny Devilfish, Philippines
The venomous demon stinger or spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) deserves its impressively fearsome names. It can cause pain or death; Philippines

Background imageDevilfish Collection: A Reef Manta Ray (Manta Alfredi), Cruises Over Hard Coral Off West Maui; Hawaii

A Reef Manta Ray (Manta Alfredi), Cruises Over Hard Coral Off West Maui; Hawaii, United States Of America

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Galapagos Islands, Schooling Cownose Rays (Rhinoptera Steindachneri) Sunburst

Galapagos Islands, Schooling Cownose Rays (Rhinoptera Steindachneri) Sunburst

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Melanocetus johnsonii, humpback blackdevil

Melanocetus johnsonii, humpback blackdevil
Specimen jar containing a humpback devilfish (Melanocetus johnsonii), held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11674884

Picture No. 11674884
Spiny Devilfish with spines. Date:

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11675013

Picture No. 11675013
Spiny Devilfish with spines. Date:

Background imageDevilfish Collection: A highly venomous and well-camouflaged spiny devilfish

A highly venomous and well-camouflaged spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) is barely visible on an sandy slope near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Devil scorpionfish, head on view on white sand

Devil scorpionfish, head on view on white sand
Devil scorpionfish (also known as spiny devilfish), Inimicus didactylus, head on view on white sand, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11072767

Picture No. 11072767
Spiny Devilfish warning displaying colorful fins Jiko Lemong dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Red Spiny Devilfish warning

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11072766

Picture No. 11072766
Red Spiny Devilfish with erect spines Jiko Lemong dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Red Spiny Devilfish

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11072765

Picture No. 11072765
Red Spiny Devilfish with erect spines Jiko Lemong dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Red Spiny Devilfish

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11072748

Picture No. 11072748
Bright orange Spiny Devilfish walking on black sand Serena Besar dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Bright orange Spiny Devilfish

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Picture No. 11072664

Picture No. 11072664
Spiny Devilfish displaying colorful fins on black sand on night dive TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Spiny Devilfish

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, with colourful fins extended in warning display

Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, with colourful fins extended in warning display, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Red Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, close-up of head, at night, Lembeh Straits

Red Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, close-up of head, at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Model of Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp. )

Model of Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp. )
Model of Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena sp.)

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Mobula mobular, devilfish

Mobula mobular, devilfish
Ff. 250. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Melanocoetus johnsoni, deep sea angler

Melanocoetus johnsoni, deep sea angler
Specimen of the deep sea angler (Melanocoetus johnsoni), a small predatory fish which lives in the extreme depths of the ocean

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Spiny Devilfish - Indonesia

Spiny Devilfish - Indonesia
LEE-161 Spiny Devilfish Indonesia Inimicus didactylus Lea Lee contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageDevilfish Collection: Mobula Ray (Mobula sp. ) adult, leaping from water at dusk, Sea of Cortes, Los Barriles

Mobula Ray (Mobula sp. ) adult, leaping from water at dusk, Sea of Cortes, Los Barriles, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Mobula Ray (Mobula sp.) adult, leaping from water at dusk, Sea of Cortes, Los Barriles, Baja California Sur, Mexico, march


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The Devilfish, a creature of intrigue and fascination, has captivated the human imagination for centuries. From ancient Egyptian waters to the depths of the ocean, this enigmatic being has left its mark on history. In an American cartoon from 1882, titled "The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters, " John Bull, symbolizing England's imperialism, is depicted as an octopus with tentacles reaching out to grab land on every continent. This powerful imagery serves as a reminder of historical conquests and territorial ambitions. But beyond political symbolism lies the beauty of nature's creations. The Océanic Manta Ray gracefully glides through the reef, showcasing its majestic presence in Picture No. 12019789. Its vast wingspan and gentle movements leave us in awe of its elegance and power. Off the shores of Ukumehame in Maui, Hawaii, Reef Manta Rays engage in a mesmerizing mating train. Led by a female at the forefront (Picture No. 12019785), they cruise over shallow waters with grace and unity—a true spectacle that showcases their natural instincts and harmonious existence. Hawaii proves to be a sanctuary for these magnificent creatures as another Manta Ray graces our vision off its coast (Manta Ray, Hawaii USA). With their distinct markings and ethereal presence underwater, they remind us of nature's wonders that lie beneath the surface. Venturing further into Philippine waters reveals another member of this captivating family—the Spiny Devilfish. Its unique appearance sets it apart from other species found across oceans—an embodiment of diversity within marine life. Returning to West Maui once again brings us face-to-face with a breathtaking sight—a Reef Manta Ray cruising above hard coral formations (A Reef Manta Ray Cruises Over Hard Coral Off West Maui; Hawaii USA). This juxtaposition highlights both fragility and resilience—nature's delicate balance amidst changing environments. Even far away from Egypt or Hawaii lies yet another spectacle—the Galapagos Islands.