Marine Biology Collection (page 2)

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

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a coral reef. This sea turtle is critically under threat of extinction and is a protected species

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita), close-up. This jellyfish, also known as the common jellyfish, is found in coastal waters throughout the world. Photographed in the White Sea, Russia

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork
Shonisaurus marine reptile. Artwork of a Shonisaurus hunting a shoal of belemnites. This extinct reptile lived 215 million years ago

Rusty parrotfish. Close-up of a rusty parrotfish (Scarus ferrugineus) showing its brightly coloured body and fin. The rusty parrtofish is a reef fish that is found in the Eastern Indian Ocean

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

Nudibranchs mating
Nudibranchs (Flabellina verrucosa) mating. Nudibranchs are shell-less marine molluscs that live in seas around the world. They have external gills that give the nudibranch its name

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

Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae, 19th century
5309425 Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a chrysaora, a genus of jellyfish in the family Pelagiidae)

The depths of the sea in the 13th Century
3359193 The depths of the sea in the 13th Century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the depths of the sea in the 13th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting jellyfish, a soft bodied, free-swimming aquatic animals with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped bell
5309428 Engraving depicting jellyfish, a soft bodied, free-swimming aquatic animals with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped bell and trailing tentacles; (add.info.: Engraving depicting jellyfish)

Engraving depicting a Portuguese man o war, a marine hydrozoan of the family Physaliidae found in the Atlantic
5309426 Engraving depicting a Portuguese man o war, a marine hydrozoan of the family Physaliidae found in the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Oceans; (add.info)

A sample of Bryozoa
3507396 A sample of Bryozoa; (add.info.: A sample of Bryozoa, a phylum of aquatic invertebrate animals that are filter feeders that sieve food particles out of the water)

Some Pholas dactylus
5312140 Some Pholas dactylus; (add.info.: Engraving depicting some Pholas dactylus, a bioluminescent clam-like species of marine mollusc found on the coasts of the North Atlantic)

Two tropical snakes, 1824-1900. Creator: Albertus Steenbergen
Two tropical snakes, 1824-1900. Tropidonotus natrix

An Aeolid nudibranch on an orange sponge, Papua New Guinea
An Aeolid nudibranch (Caloria indica) on an orange sponge, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Seen from above, the many tropical islands within Raja Ampat, Indonesia, are surrounded by healthy coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Seen from above, sunrise illuminates islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. The islands are surrounded by healthy coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

A Pinisi schooner sails along the edge of a dramatic coral reef in the Banda Islands of Indonesia. This region is high in marine biodiversity

Meandering channels run through a beautiful estuary in Central California. Estuaries form when freshwater runoff meets and mixes with seawater

Narrow channels meander through a beautiful estuary in Central California. Estuaries form when freshwater runoff meets and mixes with seawater

Beautiful limestone islands are fringed by coral reefs in Wayag, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known for its amazing marine biodiversity

The remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat are surrounded by calm seas and healthy reefs. This tropical region has high marine biodiversity

An isolated marine lake is found inside a remote limestone island near Misool in Raja Ampat. This tropical region has high marine biodiversity

The remote limestone islands of Misool in Raja Ampat are surrounded by calm seas and healthy reefs. This tropical region has high marine biodiversity

Amazing limestone islands rise from the calm seascape around Misool, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This tropical region harbors amazing marine biodiversity

Beautiful limestone islands rise from the calm seas of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its extraordinary marine biodiversity

A beautiful coral reef grows near a remote Indonesian island in the Banda Sea. This region is in the Coral Triangle and has high marine biodiversity

A recent lava flow is seen from a birds eye view on Banda Neira in the Banda Sea. This region is in the Coral Triangle and has high biodiversity

The famous and remote Banda Islands are home to amazing reefs in the Banda Sea. This region is in the Coral Triangle and has high marine biodiversity

The sun sets behind Banda Neira, an active volcano in the Banda Sea. This region is in the Coral Triangle and has high marine biodiversity

Beautiful, tropical islands rise from the seascape in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Beautiful limestone islands rise from Raja Ampat's seascape. This remote part of Indonesia is home to the greatest marine biodiversity on Earth

Beautiful coral reefs fringe remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. The reefs here are home to the world's greatest marine biodiversity

Morning light shines on islands in the middle of Pantar Strait, between Alor and Pantar in Indonesia. This beautiful region has high biodiversity

A marine lake is found surrounded by a limestone island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This tropical region is known for its amazing marine biodiversity

Warm seas surround rugged limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This area is known as the Coral Triangle due to its high marine biodiversity

A faint rainbow curves over a scenic set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its high marine biodiversity

Healthy coral reefs surround a remote island in Indonesia's Banda Sea. This remote, tropical region harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Healthy coral reefs surround a remote island in Indonesia's Banda Sea. This remote, tropical region harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Seen from above, early morning mist drifts over tropical islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Seen from above, remote islands are surrounded by coral reefs in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Shallow coral reefs surround remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This biodiverse region is known as the "heart of the Coral Triangle."

Limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, are surrounded by healthy coral reefs. This biodiverse region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

A narrow channel winds through a mangrove forest on Yangeffo in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known for its high marine biodiversity

Remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, are surrounded by coral reefs. This biodiverse region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

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Dive into the captivating world of marine biology, where ancient Roman seafood mosaics and 19th-century alga cyanotypes unveil the secrets of our vast oceans. From the intricate details captured in Schizonema Smithii by Anna Atkins to the delicate structure of a seahorse skeleton, every creature tells a unique story. Witness the vibrant colors and patterns adorning an Arabian Picasso triggerfish or marvel at the graceful movements of green turtles gliding through crystal-clear waters. Explore coral reefs teeming with life as lionfish gracefully navigate their way among colorful corals, while bluecheek butterflyfish add a touch of ethereal beauty to this underwater paradise. Venture ashore and discover starfish scattered along sandy beaches, reminding us that even in seemingly desolate places, life finds a way. But it is not only on land that nature's wonders unfold; behold the majestic silhouette of a manta ray soaring effortlessly through open waters—a true testament to both grace and power. And amidst this enchanting realm lies one of nature's most intimate moments—the mesmerizing dance of green turtles mating. A symbol of resilience and endurance, these gentle giants remind us that love knows no bounds beneath the waves. Marine biology offers an extraordinary glimpse into Earth's diverse ecosystems—an opportunity to understand and protect these fragile environments for generations to come. So let us embark on this journey together, exploring depths unknown and unraveling mysteries yet untold in pursuit of preserving our precious oceans' treasures.