Biodiversity Collection (page 17)

New table corals grow on an artificial reef near Sulawesi, Indonesia
New table corals grow on an artificial reef that is meant to restore the original reef diversity near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Crinoids cling to a large sponge on a healthy coral reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detail of a mushroom coral on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) on a reef in Indonesia

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

Gorgonian Sea Fans on Caymans North Wall, Grand Cayman

School of bannerfish, Musandam, Dibba, Oman
School of bannerfish and yellow soft coral, Musandam, Dibba, Oman

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

A field of soft corals grows on an underwater slope in Indonesia
A field of soft corals grows on an underwater slope in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A fat starfish clings to rocks in the Solomon Islands
A fat starfish clings to rocks on a steep dropoff in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

Manta Ray, Komodo, Indonesia

A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Indonesia
A school of soldierfish hover above a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Coral reef and sponges, Belize

Huge school of reef fish off the coast of Fiji

A wooden outrigger anchored near a remote island in Indonesia
Fishermen use a wooden outrigger near a remote island in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Banggai cardinalfish with egg, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Banggai cardinalfish with egg, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A feeding hawksbill sea turtle in Cozumel, Mexico

An unusual sea star clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka
An unusual sea star (Linckia laevigata) clings to a diverse reef near the island of Bangka, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A yellow crinoid feather star against red fan coral, Papua New Guinea
A yellow crinoid feather star against red fan coral, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A colorful coral reef grows in the Solomon Islands
A colorful coral reef grows along a deep dropoff in the Solomon Islands. This Melanesian region is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A disco clam on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia
A disco clam (Ctenoides ales) grows on a reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This species reflects ambient light producing a noticeable flashing effect

A yellow stingray on the sandy seafloor of Turneffe Atoll
A yellow stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis) lays on the sandy seafloor of Turneffe Atoll in Belize. This small and beautiful elasmobranch ranges throughout the Caribbean Sea

Reef-building corals near Alor, Indonesia
Reef-building corals and other invertebrates thrive in shallow water near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

Bright sponges, soft corals and crinoids in a colorful Komodo seascape, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A banded Tozeuma shrimp camouflages itself in black coral
A banded Tozeuma shrimp (Tozeuma armatum) camouflages itself in black coral in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

Blue ring octopus swimming, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Blue ring octopus swimming, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Reefscape with grand sea whip and gorgonian sea fans
Reefscape with grand sea whip (Ellisella grandis) and gorgonian sea fans, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A tiny cleaner shrimp removes parasites from a Black-finned snake eel (Ophichthus cephalozona) on a sandy seafloor in Indonesia

A tube anemone on a sand slope in Indonesia
A tube anemone (Cerianthid sp.) feeds on planktonic organisms on a sand slope in Indonesia

A fire coral colony grows in Komodo National Park
A fire coral colony grows in extremely shallow water in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

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

A lionfish swims on a colorful reef in the Solomon Islands
A lionfish (Pterois volitans) swims on a colorful reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Reef scene with corals and fish, Acasta Reef, Indonesia

Sunken Moai, Easter Island, Chile

A lionfish swims along the edge of a mangrove
A lionfish (Pterois volitans) swims along the edge of a mangrove in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A tiny shrimp lives on a starfish in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A school of silversides swim above a shallow reef 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

A well-camouflaged frogfish waits to ambush prey
A well-camouflaged frogfish (Antennarius sp.) waits to ambush prey on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A beautiful cluster of soft coral on a coral reef in Indonesia
A beautiful cluster of soft coral colonies grows on a healthy coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A Tozeuma shrimp blends into its reef surroundings
A Tozeuma shrimp (Tozeuma armatum) blends into its reef surroundings in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A colorful gorgonian grows on a reef dropoff in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A red sea fan with sponge colored clam attached, Papua New Guinea
A red sea fan (Melthaea sp.) with sponge colored clam attached, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

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

Chromodoris coi sea slug nudibranch, Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia

Clown Blenny on some coral, Papua New Guinea

Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck, Bali
Giant barrel sponge and sea whip in front of the Liberty Wreck with diver in background, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

Orange and pink soft coral, Komodo, Indonesia
Dendronephthya orange and pink soft coral, Komodo, Indonesia

Nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia
Mexichromis multitubeculata sea slug nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia

Spotted stingray, Byron Bay, Australia

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"Biodiversity: A Kaleidoscope of Life" Step into the mesmerizing world of biodiversity, where nature's wonders unfold in vibrant hues and intricate patterns. From entomology specimens showcasing the delicate beauty of butterflies like the sea green swallowtail, to the captivating Biodiversity Color Wheel that celebrates the myriad shades found in our natural world. Dive deep into the depths of our oceans, where a living coral reef in Egypt's Red Sea reveals an astonishing array of life forms. Witness entomological specimens of Lepidoptera, capturing the essence of these enchanting insects with their wings adorned in stunning colors and intricate designs. In Russia's Baikalsky Reserve, witness a breathtaking spectacle as grayling fish migrate to spawn in Temnik River against a backdrop of Lake Baikal's pristine beauty. Journey to Byron Bay, Australia, where a wobbegong shark gracefully coexists with cardinalfish beneath azure waters. Venture further to Cocos Island off Costa Rica's coast and encounter a majestic scalloped hammerhead shark gliding through its marine sanctuary. Marvel at schools of green chromis swimming alongside graceful green turtles - an awe-inspiring sight that highlights both diversity and harmony. On land, explore Zion National Park in Utah, USA; here evergreens intermingle with red maples and red rocks along Emerald Pools Trail - a testament to nature's artistic palette. Travel across continents to Sri Lanka's tea estates; amidst lush plantations lies another facet waiting to be discovered. Finally, immerse yourself within Brazil's Amazon forest from an aerial perspective - behold an igapo (black water creek) winding through this vast expanse teeming with life. Here lies one small glimpse into Earth’s immense tapestry woven by countless species thriving together. Biodiversity is not just about variety; it is about interconnectedness – how every organism contributes its own unique thread to weave this intricate fabric of life.