Chondrichthyes Collection (page 4)

Giant Manta Ray (Manta birostris), with Remoras (Echeneididae) Socorro Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve (Socorro Islands), Pacific Ocean, Western Mexico, March

Galapagos Shark (Charcharhinus galapagensis), Roca Partida islet, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site (Socorro Islands)

Nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum) over seagrass at night. White spiracle behind eye is visible. South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) female at night with Bar jacks (Caranx ruber), South Bimini, Bahamas. The Bahamas National Shark Sanctuary. Gulf Stream, West Atlantic Ocean

School of Munks devil ray (Mobula munkiana), feeding on plankton at night, photographed on a long exposure, Espiritu Santo Island, Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico, East Pacific Ocean

Spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) just hatched from egg case that is on Seafan (Paramuricea clavata), Ullastres seamount, Costa Brava, Llafranch, Catalunya, Spain

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) seen from above with pilot fish, Azores Islands, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Chilean devil rays / Mobulas (Mobula tarapacana) offshore Santa Maria, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Blackspotted stingray (Taeniurops meyeni) with a remora (Echeneis naucrates) attached to its belly swimming in the open water with a diver in the background. Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Oceanic manta (Mobula birostris). Cousins Rock, San Salvador Island, Santiago Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) swimming in the blue next to a coral reef. Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Oceanic manta (Mobula birostris). Cousins Rock, San Salvador Island, Santiago Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Nursehound (Scyliorhinus stellaris) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Small-eyed Ray (Raja microocellata) on sea floor, Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Dogfish egg case / Mermaids purse (Scyliorhinus sp) on fan coral, Channel Isles, UK, August

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Head and gills of juvenile Scalloped hammerhead shark (Sphyrna Lewini), Kane ohe Bay, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Scalloped hammerhead shark (Sphyrna lewini) Hawaii

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding just below the surface, Mull, Scotland, June 2009

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) off the Island of Mull (Coll and Tiree Islands area) Scotland, June 2009 WWE BOOK

Dorsal fin of a Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) at the surface, Cairns of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland. UK, June

Rear view of Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton in the surface waters around the island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, June

Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) disappears back into the blue in the surface waters around the island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, June

Lesser spotted catshark / Dogfish shark (Scyliorhinus canicula) hiding amongst seaweeds, Babbacombe Bay, Devon, UK, April

Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) Guadalupe Island or Isla Guadalupe, Pacific Ocean, Mexico, September. Vulnerable species

Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata), under ice, Lancaster Sound, Nunavut, northern Baffin Island, Canada, Arctic

Bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) in Beqa (Benga) Lagoon, a reserve where sharks are fed as part of a commercial diving operation. Viti Levu, Fiji, South Pacific

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) close up, Azores, Portugal. Finalist in Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards (WPOY) Competition 2014

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) with shoal of anchovies staying near to avoid predation. Los Roques, Venezuela. Caribbean

Blue sharks (Prionace glauca) Faial Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean, September

Great Blue shark (Prionace glauca) viewed from just below the surface, Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) mouth open filter feeding at the surface, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsular, Mexico, Caribbean Sea

Manta ray (Manta birostris), San Benedicto, Revillagigedo (Socorro) Islands, Mexico, East Pacific Ocean

Blue sharks (Prionace glauca) cruise beneath the surface of the English Channel. Penzance, Cornwall, England, British Isles. North East Atlantic Ocean, August

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) silhouette, feeding on floating fish eggs (not visible) just below the surface in calm weather. Note the bow wave ahead of the shark

RF - Split level photo of a Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) feeding at the surface. Isla Mujeres, Yucatan Mexico. Caribbean Sea

Whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus), accompanied by Pilotfish (Naucrates ductor), swims towards the camera as it cruises beneath the surface of the Red Sea, close to Little Brother Island

Southern stingrays (Hypanus americanus) swimming over a sand bar in the early morning. Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) males beneath the surface. Guadalupe Island, Baja California, Mexico. East Pacific Ocean

Giant Pacific Manta Ray (Manta birostris) portrait with Remora fish (Echeneididae) Roca Partida, Revillagigedos Islands, Mexico. East Pacific Ocean. February

A large Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran), about 4m in length, cruises overhead. Bahamas, Tropical West Atlantic Ocean

Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) swimming over sand in shallow water, split level photo with blue sky and clouds. The Sandbar, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Schooling Scalloped hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna lewini) Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

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

Blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) swimming in shallow crystal clear water, Aldabra Atoll, Seychelles, Indian Ocean

Female Tassled wobbegong shark (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon) rests alongside stand of Barrel sponges (Xestospongia testudinaria) Blue Magic, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) at the surface. Stingray City, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea. Bait was used for this shot

Round ribbontail ray (Taeniura meyeni) South Ari Atoll, Maldives. Indian 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.