Perciformes Collection (page 5)

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Squarespot Anthias (Pseudanthias pleurotaenia), Palau, Micronesia, Pacific

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Napoleonfish or Humpback Wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), Blue Corner, Palau, Micronesia

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Coral reef with Anthias (Anthias), Komodo, Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Detail of the pectoral fin of Roundhead parrotfish (Scarus viridifucatus) coast of Dhofar and Hallaniyat islands, Oman. Arabian Sea

Harlequin sweetlips (Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides) with cleaning Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) and Bicolour cleaner wrasse (Labroides bicolor) South Atoll, Tubbataha Atolls

Sockeye Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) travelling upstream on spawning migration, Adams river, British Columbia, Canada, October Taken for the Freshwater Project

School of Bluespine unicornfish (Naso unicornis) gathered during the summer breeding season. Yolanda Reef, Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

School of young European perch (Perca fluviatilis) in Altausseer lake, Austria, July

Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) in pool on upstream spawning migration, silhouetted against sky. Quebec, Canada, August

A signal blenny (Emblemaria hypacanthus) displays its showy dorsal fin as it extends out of its tube home. La Paz, Mexico. Sea Of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) in flight, with beak full of sand eels. Fair Island, Shetland Islands, Scotland, July

Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) in Purple magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Reticulate stargazer (Uranoscopus sp. ) emerging from the sand
Reticulate stargazer (Uranoscopus sp.) emerging from the sand. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

RF- Pair of Rock beauties (Holacanthus tricolor) spawning at dusk. The larger male rubs against the flank of female during the spawning rise. Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Maldive anemonefish (Amphiprion nigripes) shoal swimming in the current flowing over a Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Baa Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

RF- Pair of Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) in Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), which has closed up in the late afternoon revealing its red skirt. St Johns Reef. Egypt

Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) in Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica), which has closed up in the late afternoon, on coral reef under stormy seas. St Johns Reef. Egypt. Red Sea

Butterfish (Pholis gunnellus) portrait. Gardur, south west Iceland. North Atlantic Ocean

Secretary blenny (Acanthemblemari maria) yawns as it peers out from a hole in the reef. West Bay, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

A split level photo of group of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) fighting their way upstream as they migrate back to the river of their birth to spawn, trees showing autumnal colours

RF - Long exposure of a school of yellowtail surgeonfish (Prionurus punctatus), these fish school to help them access the best feeding areas, which are controlled by aggressive damselfish

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

Portrait of a male Squarespot anthias (Pseudanthias pleurotaenia). Sangeang Island; Sumbawa, Indonesia. Flores Sea

School of Blacksmith fish (Chromis punctipinnis) swim through a giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forest. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Bumphead parrotfish (Bolbometopon muricatum) gather at dawn on a shallow coral reef. Sipadan Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. Celebes Sea. Vulnerable species

Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus) yawning on a coral reef drop off. San Salvador island, Bahamas. Bahamas Sea, Tropical West Atlantic Ocean

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

Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) in a purple Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

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

DELETE Striped marlin (Kajikia audax) feeding on bait balls, Eastern Pacific, Thetis Bank, Baja California, Mexico

School of Blackfin barracuda (Sphyraena qenie), Kimbe Bay, West New Britain, Papua New Guinea

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

RF- Elongate surgeonfish (Acanthurus mata) school. Indonesia

Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) portrait. Red Sea, Egypt. October

Yellow and blueback fusilier (Caesio teres) shoal, Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand

Bigeye trevally or jack (Caranx sexfasciatus) shoal, Sipadan, Malaysia

Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) within tuna farm, containing around 1000 per net. Saint Pauls Bay, Malta. Mediterranean Sea

Close up of pattern of adult Emperor angelfish (Pomacanthus imperator) Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia. Java Sea

Large school of Bohar snappers (Lutjanus bohar) gather with smaller shoal of Batfish (Platax orbicularis) in open water off Ras Mohammed at the tip of Sinai, Egypt

School of Bohar snappers (Lutjanus bohar) Shark Reef, Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Male Bullethead parrotfish (Chlorurus sordidus) displaying in late afternoon. Ras Katy, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Male Scalefin anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) swimming in open water, Ras Katy, Sharm El Sheikh, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

RF - Spinyhead blenny fish (Acanthemblemaria spinosa) extends out of its hole in a red sponge to snare passing food. Caribbean Sea

Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) hiding in coral, Tubbataha Reef Natural Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sulu Sea, Cagayancillo, Palawan, Philippines

Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) with Blue gill sunfish (Lepomis macrochirus) cleaning it, in a freshwater spring, beneath trees. Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA

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

Garibaldi fish (Hypsypops rubicundus) and Giant Kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forest, San Benitos Islands, Baja California Pacific Islands Biosphere Reserve, Baja California, Mexico, May

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

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Perciformes, also known as perch-like fish, encompass a diverse group of aquatic creatures that inhabit our oceans and freshwater bodies. From the majestic Dugong gracefully grazing on seagrass meadows to the Hawksbill sea turtle elegantly gliding over vibrant coral reefs, these species showcase the beauty and intricacy of marine life. Among them are the Eastern pomfreds, with their striking scalloped fins adding a touch of elegance to underwater landscapes. The male Ballan wrasse proudly displays his vibrant mating colors, captivating observers with his mesmerizing appearance. The Mediterranean parrotfish hovers above an algae-covered rock, its vivid hues blending harmoniously with its surroundings. In freshwater habitats like Cenote Nicte-Ha, colorful Cichlids find solace amidst water plants and leaves, creating a picturesque scene. Side by side swim Atlantic Mackerel and Chub Mackerel; their streamlined bodies perfectly adapted for swift movements through the water. Meanwhile, Dolphin Fish playfully surface dwell while showcasing their ray-finned magnificence. In the depths of Cod Hole in Australia's Great Barrier Reef resides the impressive Potato cod or potato grouper. This giant among fish commands attention with its sheer size and presence. Illustrations depicting Pomfret capture their unique features - sleek bodies designed for efficient swimming in open waters. And let us not forget about Naso brevirostris - a juvenile Pletail unicornfish whose horn will continue to grow as it matures into adulthood. Perciformes truly exemplify nature's artistry beneath the waves – an enchanting realm where colors blend seamlessly with form and function. These remarkable creatures remind us of the immense diversity that exists within our planet's aquatic ecosystems – each one deserving admiration and protection for generations to come.