Coral Reefs Collection (page 4)

Wire coral colonies (Cirrhipathes spiralis), two spirals. Reef in Komodo area, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of coral reef with Red sea whips (Ellisella ceratophyta). Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of coral reef with soft corals (Dendropnethya) shoal of Yellow back fusilliers (Caesio teres) West Papua, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of corals (Dendronephthya sp) Egypt, Red Sea

Crinoid (Crinoidea) on artificial reef. Mabul, Malaysia

RF - Coral reef with Soft corals (Dendronephthya sp) and fish, West Papua, Indonesia

Yellowbar angelfish (Pomacanthus maculosus) Egypt, Red Sea

RF - Shoal of Slender pinjalo snappers (Pinjalo lewisi) swimming over soft corals on coral reef. West Papua, Indonesia

Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) on corals, Hawaii

Bullethead parrotfish (Chlorurus sordidus) male, close up of eye, whilst sleeping at night. The Alternatives, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Ascidian (Rhopalaea sp) Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Reef and shoal of Jewel fairy basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) South Point dive site, Sanganeb reef, Sudan, Red Sea

Bengal snapper (Lutjanus bengalensis), Bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) and Fusiliers (Caesio sp)
Bengal snapper (Lutjanus bengalensis), Bannerfish (Heniochus diphreutes) and Fusiliers (Caesio sp.) diving towards coral reef to avoid predators. North Ari Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) swimming just above sea bed, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

A stand of Pillar coral (Dendrogyra cylindrus) growing on a coral reef, East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Orange-finned anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus) guarding their recently spawned red eggs on a rock next to the host anemone. Rock Islands, Palau, Micronesia. Tropical west Pacific Ocean

Coral clam (Pedum spondyloideum) close up, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Yellow tube sponge (Aplysina fistularis) on a coral reef, with the camera rotated during the long exposure. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) swimming past soft corals (Dendronephthya sp]), Red Sea, Egypt. January

RF- Boulder star coral (Montastrea annularis) showing fluorescent green coloration, photographed under blue light at night, to excite fluorescent pigments in the coral, East End, Grand Cayman

Yellow and blueback fusilier (Caesio teres) schooling over coral reef, West Papua, Indonesia

Blue sea star (Linckia laevigata) on coral reef, Fiji, South Pacific

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

Reef octopus (Octopus cyanea) emerges from its den in a hole in a large hard coral (Porites sp)
Reef octopus (Octopus cyanea) emerges from its den in a hole in a large hard coral (Porites sp.) at sunset. Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

RF- Secretary blenny (Acanthemblemaria maria) peering from hole in massive Starlet coral (Siderastrea siderea). East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

Aerial view of the Rock Islands, Palau, Micronesia, December 2001

Whitsunday Islands, aerial view, Great Barrier Coral Reef, Queensland, Australia, October 2011

The North Reef Coral Garden
Barathieu Gabriel

Biodiversity
Serge Melesan

Slice of paradise
Serge Melesan

Starving
Serge Melesan

Gorgonian
Dmitriy Yevtushyk

Moray eels
Anna Shvab

Under a bush
Dmitriy Yevtushyk

Green sea turtle
Ryan Y Lin

At low tide
Barathieu Gabriel

The Encounter
Stan Huang

Forever Pacey bouquet
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Queen Duck Coral
Ania Zwara

Apple Blossom - Coral
Ania Zwara

Underwater World
Goed Blauw

Beyond the Waves
Goed Blauw

Busy summer
Daniele Atzori

The Offer
Andrea Izzotti

Twin dance
Andrey Narchuk

Choungui by the sea
Serge Melesan

From the reef to the sky
Serge Melesan

Orange Short Strokes
Treechild

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Coral reefs, the vibrant and diverse ecosystems of the ocean, are truly a sight to behold. In the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea's Ras Mohammed National Park in Egypt, scuba divers explore a mesmerizing underwater world. As they descend deeper into the depths they can greeted by an incredible spectacle - a hawksbill sea turtle gracefully gliding over a colorful coral reef. Its sleek shell and elegant movements make it seem like it is dancing with the corals. The diversity doesn't end there; lurking among the crevices of this underwater paradise is a giant moray eel with its mouth wide open, revealing rows of sharp teeth. Despite its intimidating appearance, it peacefully coexists with other inhabitants of this ecosystem. In West Papua, Indonesia lies another enchanting scene - an electric fileclam or disco clam displaying its mesmerizing light show. The pulsating lights on its mantle create an ethereal ambiance that adds to the beauty of this already breathtaking coral reef. As if straight out of a nature documentary, two Caribbean reef sharks elegantly glide above yet another stunning coral reef. Their streamlined bodies effortlessly navigate through schools of fish as they patrol their territory. These captivating images captured by photographers Joe Graham and Michael S. Nolan showcase just how precious these fragile ecosystems are. They remind us that we must protect them for future generations to enjoy their splendor. From Carysfort Reef Lighthouse in Pennekamp Park to Raja Ampat in West Papua, Indonesia - each location offers unique glimpses into these underwater wonders. Gorgonian sea fans sway gently in harmony with the currents while Queen Duck Coral and Apple Blossom Coral add bursts of color to this aquatic tapestry. Whether it's witnessing twin dance-like movements between marine creatures or simply enjoying moments by Choungui's serene shores – coral reefs never cease to amaze us with their beauty and biodiversity. Let us cherish these natural treasures and work together to preserve them for the generations to come.