Cleaning Station Collection

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Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) at cleaning station at Olowalu Reef on the west side of the island of Maui, Hawaii, USA

Two Oceanic manta rays (Mobula birostris) waiting to be cleaned by Clarion angelfish (Holacanthus clarionensis), Revillagigedo Islands, Mexico, Pacific Ocean

Shoal of large reef fish including Onespot snapper (Lutjanus monostigma), Oriental sweetlips (Plectorhinchus vittatus) and Sabre squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum)

Cleaning shrimp (Periclimenes sp) on a coral reef, close up, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) visiting a cleaning station, Galapagos, South America, Pacific Ocean

Endangered Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) stretches neck to be cleaned by Yellow tangs (Zebrasoma flavescens) and Goldring tangs (Ctenochaetus strigosus), North Pacific, Hawaii, USA

Green Sea Turtle with Goldring Surgeonfish, Maui, Hawaii, USA
This green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, is having its shell cleaned by a school of goldring surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus strigosus) off the island of Maui; Hawaii

Pelagic Thresher Shark, Philippines
There are three species of thresher sharks all characterized by the unmistakably elongated upper lobes of their tail fin. This one, the pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus)

This Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia Mydas), An Endangered Species, Is Having Its Shell Cleaned By A School Of Goldring Surgeonfish, (Ctenochaetus Strigosus); Maui, Hawaii, United States Of America

Several Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia Mydas), An Endangered Species, Gather At A Cleaning Station Off West Maui; Maui, Hawaii, United States Of America

Maui Hawaii Usa; Green Sea Turtle Cleaning Station

Green sea turtle and SUP surfer, Hawaii
A green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, surfaces for a breath in front of a stand-up paddle board off the coast of Maui; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Coral grouper being cleaned by shrimps
A coral grouper, Cephalopholis miniata, being cleaned by two cleaner shrimp. Photographed at North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Boxer shrimp cleaning in mouth of eel
A banded boxer shrimp, Stenopus hispidus, in giant moray eels mouth. Although this looks risky, the eel knows not to eat the shrimp as it is important in keeping the eel clean and parasite free

Cleaner wrasse in gills of squirrelfish
A sabre squirrelfish, Sargocentron spiniferum, with two symbiotic cleaner wrasse looking for parasites in gills. Photographed at South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Moray eel being cleaned by wrasse
A giant moray eel, Gymnothorax javanicus, with a cleaner wrasse feeding between its teeth. Photographed at North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Pufferfish with cleaner wrasse

Cleaner wrasse cleaning soldierfish
A bluestreak cleaner wrasse, Labroides dimidiatus, cleaning anal fin of squirrelfish. Photographed in North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Hingebeak Cleaner Shrimp with Moray Eel in background, cleaning station, Tulamben, North Bali, Indonesia

Yellow-margined morays (Gymnothorax flavimarginatus) in a cleaning station. The eels are being cleaned by hump-back cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinenis, left)

Redtoothed triggerfish (Odonus niger, blue) with cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus, yellow and white). Photographed off Bali, Indonesia

Creole wrasse at a cleaning station
Creole wrasse (Clepticus parrae) at a cleaning station. This fish inhabits the tropical western Atlantic Ocean, from Florida, USA, to northern South America

Scissor-tailed fusilier fish
Scissor-tailed fusilier (Caesio caerulaurea) fish at a cleaning station on a coral reef. This fish, also known as the blue-and-gold fusilier

Manta Rays - line up at a cleaning station - The front ray is being cleaned by dozens of cleaner wrasse while the back
VT-9009 Manta Rays - line up at a cleaning station - The front ray is being cleaned by dozens of cleaner wrasse while the back ray waits for her turn

Twin-spot snapper (Lutjanus bohar) school Shark and Yolanda; Ras Mohamed National Park; Sharm El Sheikh; South Sinai;
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Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas, gets cleaned by yellow tangs, Zebrasoma flavescens and lined bristletooth
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Underwater photographer Masa Ushioda and Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas, getting cleaned by yellow tangs
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"Discover the Underwater Oasis: Cleaning Stations" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of marine life as we explore the phenomenon of cleaning stations. These unique locations serve as vital hubs where various species come together for a mutual benefit - cleanliness. Picture this: Two Oceanic manta rays gracefully glide through the crystal-clear waters, patiently awaiting their turn to be pampered by diligent Clarion angelfish at Revillagigedo Islands in Mexico's Pacific Ocean. The dance between these majestic creatures showcases a harmonious relationship built on trust and symbiosis. Meanwhile, at Ari Atoll in Maldives' Indian Ocean, a vibrant shoal of large reef fish congregates around a coral reef cleaning station. Onespot snapper, Oriental sweetlips, and Sabre squirrelfish all queue up for their turn to have parasites removed by dedicated cleaner organisms. Witnessing this bustling activity is like observing an underwater spa session. In Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia's Pacific Ocean hides another hidden gem – tiny cleaning shrimp delicately attending to corals with meticulous precision. Their close-up encounters offer an intimate glimpse into the intricate workings of nature's cleaners. The Galapagos Islands in South America provide sanctuary for endangered Green sea turtles seeking respite at designated cleaning stations. Here they stretch out their necks while Yellow tangs diligently rid them of unwanted hitchhikers – truly a testament to nature's healing touch. Maui, Hawaii boasts its own enchanting array of cleaning stations that attract both locals and visitors alike. Goldring Surgeonfish form schools around Green sea turtles; meticulously tending to every crevice on their shells with utmost care and attention. Not only do these remarkable sites serve as sanctuaries for marine life but also as educational platforms promoting conservation efforts worldwide. Pelagic Thresher Sharks off the coast of Philippines find solace amidst cleaner fish who dutifully attend to their needs while raising awareness about their vulnerable status.