Chondrichthyes Collection (page 2)

Portrait of a large female Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) swimming over a coral reef. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with a pair of pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) being cleaned by a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) at Monad Shoal off Malapascua Island, Philippines

Silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis). Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Munks pygmy devil ray / Munks mobula (Mobula munkiana) large school from the air, Baja California, Mexico. Large group gathered possibly for mating purposes

Munks pygmy devil ray / Munks mobula (Mobula munkiana) large school from the air, Baja California, Mexico. Large group gathered possibly for mating purposes

Spinetail devil rays (Mobula mobular) aerial Baja California, Mexico

Lemon shark pup (Negaprion brevirostris) in mangrove forest which acts as a nursery for juveniles of this species. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) adult resting and allowing a small cleaner wrasse feed off parasites. Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas

Thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) swimming over seabed to be cleaned by cleaner wrasses, Cebu, Malaspascua, Philippines, September

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) and Horse-eye jacks (Caranx latus) Shark Ray Alley, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Belize Barrier Reef, Belize

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) viewed from above, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua. Indonesia

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) portrait, resting on the sand in shallow water. Its barbels are clearly visible on its top lip. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary

Close up if a Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) swimming over sandy seabed, South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary, West Atlantic Ocean

Giant Manta (Manta birostris) with Remoras (Remora brachyptera) attached to both wings, offshore Santa Maria Island, Azores, Atlantic Ocean

Remoras (Remora sp. ) hitchhiking on the tail of a large (13-15m) female whale shark
Remoras (Remora sp.) hitchhiking on the tail of a large (13-15m) female whale shark (Rhincodon typus) swims in open water. Wolf Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) breaking surface with mouth open. Guadalupe Island, Mexico

Remoras (Remora sp. ) hitchhiking on the tail of a large (13-15m
Remoras (Remora sp.) hitchhiking on the tail of a large (13-15m) female whale shark (Rhincodon typus) swims in open water. Wolf Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Smallspotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) on sea floor, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) large female foraging over seagrass in shallow water. The Sandbar, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Tawny nurse shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) group, individuals circling each other at dusk. Vavuu Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Marbled electric ray (Torpedo marmorata) Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Sand tiger shark (Carcharias taurus). Caribbean

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding at the surface on plankton, Cairns of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, June

RF- Rear view of Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton, visible as white dots on water surface near island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK. June

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) accompanied by pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) as it cruises beneath the surface of the Red Sea in the late afternoon, close to Little Brother Island

White spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) feeding by digging in the sand and seagrass for invertebrates. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Caribbean Sea

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) accompanied by a group of Pilotfish (Naucrates ductor). Rocky Island, Egypt. Red Sea

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton in the surface waters around the island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, June. 2020VISION Book Plate

Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) female swimming over a shallow sand bank, under morning sun, North Sound, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) from above. Guadalupe Island, Baja California, Mexico. East Pacific Ocean

RF - Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) swimming through sun rays in the late afternoon. Little Bahama Bank, Bahamas. West Atlantic Ocean

Male Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) with sunrays, Guadalupe Island, Mexico, Pacific Ocean

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) in shallow water. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) juvenile in shallow water, Maldives, Indian Ocean

A split level image of Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) swimming over a sand bar. Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Caribbean Sea. Digital composite

Silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis), Jardines de la Reina / Gardens of the Queen National Park, Caribbean Sea, Ciego de Avila, Cuba, January. Vulnerable

Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) female swimming over a shallow sand bank with ripples. Stingray City Sandbar, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) school, Kagi kandhu, ; North Male Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Great Blue shark (Prionace glauca) profile portrait viewed from slightly above, Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean, July

Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus) accompanied by Pilot Fish (Naucrates ductor) and Remora. The biggest fish in the world has only started to visit the Azores in the past three years due to water

Lemon shark (Negaprion brevirostris) under sun rays. Little Bahama Bank, Bahamas. West Atlantic Ocean

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) with Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor). Tropical West Atlantic Ocean, off Cat Island, Bahamas

A large female Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) swimming in open water. Grand Bahama, Bahamas. Tropical West Atlantic Ocean. March

Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) swimming over sand ripples on sandbar, Stingray City, Grand Cayman. British West Indies

Oceanic manta ray (Mobula birostris) accompanied by three Black jacks (Caranx lugubris) silhouetted, Revillagigedo Islands, Mexico, Pacific Ocean

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Chondrichthyes, also known as cartilaginous fishes, are a diverse group of marine creatures that have captured the fascination of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. From the depths of the ocean to shallow coastal waters, these incredible animals can be found in various habitats around the world. In Greenland's icy waters, a majestic Greenland shark glides through the frigid currents. Adorned with a parasitic copepod clinging to its body, this ancient predator is a true marvel of evolution. At dawn, off the coast of Southern stingray gracefully dances above sandy seabeds. Its sleek body effortlessly cuts through the water as it searches for its next meal. Traveling back in time to September 1890, we find ourselves in a Fish Gallery filled with stunning illustrations capturing the beauty and diversity of chondrichthyes. Among them is an exquisite side view depiction of a small-spotted catshark, showcasing its intricate patterns and unique features. Feeding frenzy ensues as a great hammerhead shark opens its mouth wide while hunting in shallow waters. With razor-sharp teeth exposed and lightning-fast movements, this apex predator strikes fear into its prey's hearts. In Santa Maria Island's crystal-clear waters off Azores Portugal, an awe-inspiring sight unfolds before our eyes. A massive whale shark gracefully passes by a baitball - an aggregation of small fish - creating an extraordinary spectacle that leaves us breathless. Seeking refuge among seaweed beds near Manly Beach in Sydney lies a camouflaged spotted wobbegong shark. Its intricate patterns blend seamlessly with its surroundings – nature's perfect disguise for ambushing unsuspecting prey. Venturing further into San Benedicto Island within Revillagigedo Archipelago awaits another mesmerizing encounter - giant manta rays majestically glide through azure blue waters. Their enormous wingspan commands respect as they navigate their way through their underwater realm.