Melanesia Collection (page 7)

DDE-90037523
Tavoro National Park, Taveuni, Fiji Date: 07/04/2005

DDE-90037518
FIJI, Beachcomber Island. Date: 22/06/2006

An inflated Guineafowl pufferfish (Arothron meleagris) in front of sea fans (Gorgonia sp)
An inflated Guineafowl pufferfish (Arothron meleagris) in front of sea fans (Gorgonia sp.) on a reef wall, Fiji, Pacific Ocean

Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp)
Scalefin anthias / Scalefin basslet (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), in front of a gorgonian sea fan (Gorgonia sp.), Fiji, Pacific Ocean

Native of the island of Vatulele, Fiji, Melanesia
6338588 Native of the island of Vatulele, Fiji, Melanesia by AC (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Native of the island of Vatulele, Fiji, Melanesia)

Detail of octo coral polyps from Sea fan (Gorgonia sp. ), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean
Detail of octo coral polyps from Sea fan (Gorgonia sp.), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Camouflaged eye detail of a huge Crocodilefish (Cymbacephalus beauforti), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Close up of three arms from a Feather star (Crinoidea), Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Bluespotted ribbontail ray (Taeniura lymma) searching for food over the coral reef at night, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

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

Close up of Brain coral (Merulinidae or Mussidae) with its feeding tentacles extended, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Soft coral (Dendronepthya sp) garden, Iris Strait, Triton Bay, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Chinese trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) moving with head down position while hunting, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) pectoral fin and skin markings detail, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) feeding close to fishermens boats in the early morning, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Juvenile Ocellaris / Common clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) looking out from its home in an anemone, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

School of Yellow-ribbon sweetlips (Plectorhinchus polytaenia) swimming with the current, Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Pair of Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) mating, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Skunk anemonefish (Amphiprion akallopisos) hiding in a large Carpet anemone (Stichodactyla sp)
Skunk anemonefish (Amphiprion akallopisos) hiding in a large Carpet anemone (Stichodactyla sp.), Raja Ampat, West Papau, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Bargibants pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) camouflaged in a seafan (Muricella sp)
Bargibants pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) camouflaged in a seafan (Muricella sp.), Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) cloze up on coral reef, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) feeding, with gills and cephalic lobes visible, Dampier strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Male Dendtric jawfish (Opistognathus dendriticus) with incubating eggs in his mouth, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala), portrait, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Male Bleekers parrotfish (Chlorurus bleekeri) races across a coral reef as it displays to females.Yanggefo Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Close up of skin and dorsal fin of a Bignose unicornfish (Naso vlamingii) at night on coral reef, Fiji

An Elegant starfish (Fromia elegans) on hard coral, Fiji

Bromo volcano, Java, Indonesia

RF - Portrait of Spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) in its host Bubble-tip anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) on a coral reef. Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Tiny (1cm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) hides in the branches of its home seafan (Muricella sp)
Tiny (1cm) Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) hides in the branches of its home seafan (Muricella sp.) on a coral reef. Daram Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea

Split level with table corals (Acropora spp. ) growing close to an island
Split level with table corals (Acropora spp.) growing close to an island. Pelee Island, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Portrait of a Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) at night above a coral reef. Gam Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Dampier Strait, Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Mixed school of large fish, incliuding lined rabbitfish (Siganus lineatus), diagonal-banded sweetlips (Plectorhinchus lineatus) onespot snapper (Lutjanus monostigma)

False clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) looking out of a magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) on a coral reef. Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Golden damsel (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) male aggressively defends his territory on a coral reef. Piaynemo Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Mountain stream, palm trees and thick jungle in uplands, Vanua Levu Island, Fiji

New Caledonia, Ducos Peninsula, the landing stage, from La Depeche Coloniale
661456 New Caledonia, Ducos Peninsula, the landing stage, from La Depeche Coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nouvelle Caledonie)

New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, housing of the military warders
661455 New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, housing of the military warders, from La Depeche Coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer

New Caledonia, Isle of Pines, Hypogeum of Toupo, after a pen
661419 New Caledonia, Isle of Pines, Hypogeum of Toupo, after a pen and ink drawing by a deportee, illustration from the bulletin Les Missions Catholiques, 1893 (engraving) by French School

New Caledonia, workshop at Ouaco, making tins, after a photography given by the Marist
661416 New Caledonia, workshop at Ouaco, making tins, after a photography given by the Marist Reverend Father Forestier, illustration from the bulletin Les Missions Catholiques

Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79 (litho)
661410 Album of the Isle of Pines, Distribution of supplies, 1878-79 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Saint-Denis, France; (add.info.: Ile des Pins)

Album of the Isle of Pines, view taken from the Pines beach, 1877 (litho)
661404 Album of the Isle of Pines, view taken from the Pines beach, 1877 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Saint-Denis

A mangrove swamp, Pachu River, Choiseul, Solomon Group (gelatin silver print)
622786 A mangrove swamp, Pachu River, Choiseul, Solomon Group (gelatin silver print) by Beattie, John Watt (1859-1930); 15.1x20.2 cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; Australian

Aux Iles Fidji, Un Roi Enterre Vivant (engraving)
2789310 Aux Iles Fidji, Un Roi Enterre Vivant (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aux Iles Fidji, Un Roi Enterre Vivant)

M Leques, Voyageur Dans La Nouvelle-Caledonie (engraving)
2789290 M Leques, Voyageur Dans La Nouvelle-Caledonie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Leques, Voyageur Dans La Nouvelle-Caledonie)

Melanesian axes, clubs and hammers, from The History of Mankind, Vol. 1, by Prof
BAL126194 Melanesian axes, clubs and hammers, from The History of Mankind, Vol.1, by Prof. Friedrich Ratzel, 1896 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

Post (wood)
HSC194636 Post (wood) by Melanesian; Private Collection; Photo eHeini Schneebeli; out of copyright

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Melanesia, a captivating region in the South Pacific, is home to an array of breathtaking wonders. Among them is the magnificent Ornithoptera alexandrae, also known as Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly. Its vibrant colors and graceful flight make it a true gem of Melanesian biodiversity. Venturing into the rainforests of New Caledonia, one may encounter the striking Kagu with its crest erect. This unique bird species showcases its beauty amidst lush greenery, reminding us of the rich diversity found within these pristine habitats. Exploring beneath Melanesia's azure waters reveals another fascinating creature—the Bull Shark in Fiji. Known for their formidable presence and adaptability to both saltwater and freshwater environments, they command respect as one of nature's most impressive predators. In West Papua, Indonesia lies an underwater spectacle that seems straight out of a discotheque—the Electric fileclam or Disco clam (Ctenoides ales). Its mesmerizing light display captivates all who witness it, adding yet another layer to Melanesia's natural marvels. The Western clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) finds solace among the tentacles of the Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), forming a symbiotic relationship that exemplifies harmony in this aquatic paradise. Delving deeper into Melanesian waters unveils an enigmatic creature—the Bigfin squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana). Hovering effortlessly above open water, its portrait evokes wonder and curiosity about what other mysteries lie hidden below. Beyond its awe-inspiring wildlife, Melanesia boasts historical significance too. With cartography at heart—represented by compass roses on maps—it has been intricately linked to navigation across vast oceans like the Indian Ocean. The Mercator projection aids our understanding of this vast region's geography while highlighting Melanesia's place on Earth’s tapestry. Melanesia's cultural tapestry is equally captivating.