Perciformes Collection (page 15)

A pair of Schoolmaster fish (Lutjanus apodus) swim in a cavern inside a coral reef just off the coast of Grand Cayman Island

Pair of comet fish, Australia

School of sergeant major fish at The Bistro dive site in Fiji

Schooling yellowmask surgeonfish with blue and yellow fusilier fish
Schooling yellowmask surgeonfish (Acanthurus mata) and blue and yellow fusilier fish (Caesio teres) at the upstream side of Mikes Point, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Angelfish and cardinalfish under a rocky ledge, Byron Bay, Australia

A tiny ghost goby lies on the polyps of a coral colony in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A magnificent sea anemone hosts anemonefish in Komodo National Park
A colorful magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) hosts anemonefish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Fish : redeye hovering goby
Redeye goby (Bryaninops natans) resting on coral, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A juvenile drum fish in West Palm Beach, Florida

Rainbow Parrotfish swimming in the Carribean Sea

Pair of red gobies on blue tunicate with eggs, Bali, Indonesia

A small juvenile pinnate spadefish (Platax pinnatus), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Oceanic blacktip sharks with remora and fusiliers swimming around
Several oceanic blacktip sharks with remora in tow and fusiliers around, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A black trevally swims over the seafloor near Cocos Island, Costa Rica
A black trevally swims at night over the seafloor near Cocos Island, Costa Rica. This remote and beautiful Pacific island is famous for its healthy fish and shark populations

Pinjalo snapper, underside view with sunburst, Bali
Pinjalo snapper, underside view with sunburst, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A Hogfish swimming above a coral reef
A Hogfish (Lachnolaimus maximus) swimming above a coral reef offshore of Grand Cayman Island

Potato grouper, Australia

Strap-weed filefish Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia
Strap-weed filefish (Pseudomonacanthus macrurus), Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A Greater Amberjack swimming with a fishing hook and line caught in its mouth
A Greater Amberjack (Seriola dumerili) swimming with a fishing hook and line caught in its mouth at the Red Sea Tug artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico six miles off the coast of Panama City Beach

Arrow crab and parrotfish, Belize

Smallmouth Grunt nestles against some hard coral, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

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 a goby, Indonesia

Pair of Clown Anemonefish, Indonesia

Bar Jack Feeding in the shallow waters off the coast of Bonaire
Bar Jack feeding in the shallow waters off the coast of Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

French angelfish, West Palm Beach, Florida

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

Scuba diver and whale shark, Papua, Indonesia
Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) gather under fishing platforms to feed from fishermens nets, Papua, Indonesia

Several red betta fish swimming underwater

A close-up view of an adolescent Florida Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides) hanging out in the nearshore shallow fresh waters of Morrison Springs river near Ponce De Leon, Florida

A school of Redbreast Sunfish swim around crevices in the river bottom
A school of Redbreast Sunfish (Lepomis auritus) swimming around crevices in the river bottom rock formation looking for a meal in the clear waters of Rainbow River, Florida

Goby on a sponge, 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

Diver and schooling anthias fish and healthy corals of Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A pair of racoon butterflyfish swimming in Fiji waters
A pair of racoon butterflyfish (Chaetodon lunula) swimming in Fiji waters

A diver shines a light in on a cavern filled with glassy sweepers (Pempheris schomburgkii) at Molasses Reef in Key Largo, Florida

A Tiger Grouper chasing minnows at the Benwood shipwreck
A Tiger Grouper (Mycteroperca tigris) chasing minnows at the Benwood shipwreck in Key Largo, Florida

Anemonefish in an anemone, Australia

School of moorish idols and yellowtail fusiliers, Fiji
School of moorish idols (Zanclus cornutus) and yellowtail fusiliers swim along a coral drop off, Fiji

Clingfish on crinoid, Australia

A dense school of yellowmask surgeonfish, Indonesia
A dense school of yellowmask surgeonfish (Acanthurus mata), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Detail of the face and eye of a goby fish
Detail of the face and eye of an unidentified goby in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Gobies are the largest fish family found on coral reefs

A pair of Gray Angelfish on a Caribbean reef

A large soft coral colony grows on a reef slope in Indonesia
A large soft coral colony grows on a reef slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Blue Angelfish feeding on coral and algae with Sheepshead in background
A Sheepshead looks on as a pair of Blue Angelfish appear to be confused on which direction to go but each are feeding on different parts of coral and algae covered jetty rocks at St

A school of Sheepshead feeding along the bottom of St. Andrew Bay, Florida
A school of Sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus), cruise along the bottom feeding at St. Andrew Bay channel wall near the rock jetty in Panama City Beach, Florida

A Rainbow Parrotfish swimming over brain coral in the warm clear waters of Roatan, Honduras

Clown anemonefish in anemone, Great Barrier Reef, Australia

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Perciformes, also known as perch-like fish, encompass a diverse group of aquatic creatures that inhabit our oceans and freshwater bodies. From the majestic Dugong gracefully grazing on seagrass meadows to the Hawksbill sea turtle elegantly gliding over vibrant coral reefs, these species showcase the beauty and intricacy of marine life. Among them are the Eastern pomfreds, with their striking scalloped fins adding a touch of elegance to underwater landscapes. The male Ballan wrasse proudly displays his vibrant mating colors, captivating observers with his mesmerizing appearance. The Mediterranean parrotfish hovers above an algae-covered rock, its vivid hues blending harmoniously with its surroundings. In freshwater habitats like Cenote Nicte-Ha, colorful Cichlids find solace amidst water plants and leaves, creating a picturesque scene. Side by side swim Atlantic Mackerel and Chub Mackerel; their streamlined bodies perfectly adapted for swift movements through the water. Meanwhile, Dolphin Fish playfully surface dwell while showcasing their ray-finned magnificence. In the depths of Cod Hole in Australia's Great Barrier Reef resides the impressive Potato cod or potato grouper. This giant among fish commands attention with its sheer size and presence. Illustrations depicting Pomfret capture their unique features - sleek bodies designed for efficient swimming in open waters. And let us not forget about Naso brevirostris - a juvenile Pletail unicornfish whose horn will continue to grow as it matures into adulthood. Perciformes truly exemplify nature's artistry beneath the waves – an enchanting realm where colors blend seamlessly with form and function. These remarkable creatures remind us of the immense diversity that exists within our planet's aquatic ecosystems – each one deserving admiration and protection for generations to come.