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RF - Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a coral reef

RF - Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a coral reef. Whilst a Predatory bandcheek wrasse (Oxycheilinus digrammus) is hiding underneath the turtle to enable it to sneak closer to small reef fish, its prey. Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

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Acanthopteri Actinopterygii Africa Bony Fish Chelone Imbricata Chelonia Radiata Chelonii Cheloniidae Coral Reef Coral Reefs Critically Endangered Egypt Eretmochelys Eretmochelys Imbricata Fish Hawksbill Turtle Labridae Marine Life Miispecies National Park Nature North Africa Northern Africa Osteichthyes Perciformes Percomorphi Ray Finned Fish Red Sea Reef Reefs Reptile Reptilia Royalty Free Sea Life Sea Turtles Sinai Testitudine Testudo Imbricata Tropical Turtle Wrasses Endangered Species Oxycheilinus Protected Area Saltwater Threatened


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Undercover Ops - The Sneaky Bandcheek Wrasse and the Hawksbill Turtle in a Coral Reef Adventure!

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In this thrilling underwater scene, we witness an unlikely partnership between two marine creatures. The majestic Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully glides over a vibrant coral reef, unaware of the cunning Predatory bandcheek wrasse lurking beneath it. With its cheeky disguise, the bandcheek wrasse cleverly uses the turtle as cover to get closer to its prey - small reef fish. As if straight out of a spy movie, these fascinating creatures demonstrate their remarkable survival strategies in Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. The Red Sea serves as their playground for this daring mission. The Hawksbill turtle showcases its elegance while navigating through the intricate coral formations. Its striking shell and gentle demeanor make it an enchanting sight to behold. Little does it know that underneath its protective shield lies a crafty accomplice ready to pounce on unsuspecting fish. Meanwhile, our undercover agent - the Predatory bandcheek wrasse - skillfully hides beneath the turtle's shadow. Its vibrant colors blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment as it patiently waits for an opportunity to strike. This print by Alex Mustard captures not only nature's beauty but also highlights unique animal behavior and interactions within this magical underwater world. It reminds us that even in nature's realm, teamwork can lead to extraordinary outcomes!

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