Titan triggerfish breaking up coral
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Titan triggerfish breaking up coral
Titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) breaking up blue coral (Heliopora coerulea, lower right). Blue coral is a member of the subclass Octocorall and is a living fossil. Its name comes from the blue interior of broken coral. Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand
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Andaman Sea Balistoides Viridescens Bony Fish Breaking Up Colourful Coral Corals Damaging Indo Pacific Marine Life Pisces Reef Associated Reef Fish Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Thai Thailand Titan Triggerfish Tropic Tropics Wild Blue Coral
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This print captures a mesmerizing moment in the depths of the Andaman Sea, Thailand. In this underwater scene, a magnificent Titan triggerfish is seen breaking up blue coral with its powerful jaws. The vibrant colors and intricate details of both the fish and coral are brought to life through this stunning image. The Titan triggerfish, scientifically known as Balistoides viridescens, is an impressive creature that belongs to the bony fish family. With its distinctive moustache-like markings on its face and large size, it commands attention in any marine environment. However, this particular behavior of breaking up coral serves a purpose beyond mere curiosity. Blue coral (Heliopora coerulea), found in the lower right corner of the photograph, is a living fossil belonging to the subclass Octocorall. Its name derives from its striking blue interior when broken apart. This fascinating species has survived for millions of years and plays an essential role in maintaining biodiversity within tropical ecosystems. While witnessing such destructive behavior may seem alarming at first glance, it's important to understand that titan triggerfish play a crucial ecological role by creating new habitats for other marine organisms through their actions. This delicate balance between destruction and creation highlights nature's complex dynamics beneath our oceans' surface. Through this remarkable image captured by Science Photo Library, we gain insight into Southeast Asia's rich marine biology while being reminded of both nature's beauty and fragility simultaneously
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