Ray Finned Collection

Teleostei or ray-finned fish: sea moth, Pegasus laternarius 1, short-snouted seahorse, Hippocampus hippocampus 2, leafy sea dragon, Phycodurus eques 3, Striated frogfish, Antennarius striatus 4

Synodontis maculipinna, catfish
Synodontis is the most widely-distributed mochokid genus. This specimen was collected from the Rufigi River near Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania and arrived at the museum in 1922

Echidna nebulosa, clouded eel
Ff. 172. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated echidna variegata murona and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Galaxias argenteus, giant kokopu
Ff. 235. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Lutjanus fulvus, blacktail snapper
Ff. 213. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Racoon Butterflyfish with black background, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Close-up portrait of a racoon butterflyfish (Chaetodon lunula) with a black background, Maui; Hawaii, United States of America

A tiny 1 inch Goby fish sits on wire coral with black background, Maui, Hawaii, USA
A tiny, one inch Goby fish (Gobiidae) sits on wire coral (Cirrhipathes) with black background; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) camouflaged against seabed, Schiermonnikoog, Friesland, The Netherlands

Mediterranean barbel, artwork C016 / 3202
Mediterranean barbel, artwork. The Mediterranean, or southern, barbel (Barbus meridionalis) is a ray-finned fish found in France and Spain and Bulgaria

Fish, X-ray
Fish, coloured X-ray. This is a type of scorpionfish (order Scorpaeniformes). Its large eye socket and strongly-rayed fins are clearly visible

Bigscale soldierfish. (Myripristes berndti). Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Bignose unicornfish off reef with barracuda and trigger fish, Palau. (Naso vlamingii). Palau (Belau), Pacific
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Sabre squirrelfish, Sargocentron spiniferum, Rongelap, Marshall Islands Micronesia
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

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"Discover the Diverse World of Ray-Finned Fish: From Teleostei to Catfish" Dive into the fascinating realm of ray-finned fish, also known as Teleostei, where a myriad of captivating species awaits. Synodontis maculipinna, a mesmerizing catfish with its distinctive spotted fins, gracefully glides through freshwater habitats. Meanwhile, Echidna nebulosa, the clouded eel, showcases its ethereal beauty as it moves stealthily amidst aquatic vegetation. In the depths of water bodies like Galaxias argenteus' habitat in giant kokopu's territory lies hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. This blacktail snapper (Lutjanus fulvus) elegantly navigates coral reefs while showcasing its striking colors against vibrant underwater landscapes. Venturing into Maui's waters in Hawaii brings encounters with breathtaking marine life. The Racoon Butterflyfish stands out against a dark backdrop as it explores the vibrant coral reefs surrounding this Pacific paradise. On closer inspection, one might spot a tiny 1-inch Goby fish perched delicately on wire coral – an enchanting sight that exemplifies nature's intricate details. Nature often surprises us with incredible camouflage techniques; take for instance Turbot (Scophthalmus maximus), seamlessly blending into the seabed off Schiermonnikoog in Friesland, The Netherlands. Its ability to mimic its surroundings is truly remarkable and serves as protection from predators. Art lovers will appreciate Mediterranean barbel's artistic representation captured in artwork C016/3202 – an exquisite portrayal that celebrates both science and creativity. For those fascinated by X-ray images revealing hidden wonders within organisms, a glimpse at an intricate Fish X-ray provides insight into their skeletal structures and adaptations for survival. Traveling further west to Ecuador's Galapagos Islands reveals another marvel – Bigscale soldierfish (Myripristes berndti).