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Coral reefs are the one of earths most complex ecosystems, containing over 800 species of corals and one million animal and plant species. Here we see a Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas). These clams are a rare site due to overfishing for their meat and pearls they are a ‘Vulnerable species’. Their shells are open by day to allow sunlight to feed the algae within via photosynthesis.
Titan triggerfish, Giant triggerfish or Moustache triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) swimming in Andaman Sea, Thailand.
School of Barracuda fish in the blue ocean. Large group of marine life swimming together in Andaman Sea, Thailand.
One colorful Singapore Parrotfish (Scarus prasiognathos) swims above a coral reef. Location Andaman sea, Thailand.
Here we see a bizarre site. Often the subject of jokes played on newly qualified scuba divers. The round object on this coral reef is Bubble algae (Valonia ventricosa). Commonly referred to as ‘Sailor’s Eyeball’ due to it’s ghastly appearance. Also known as sea pearl, it is the largest single celled organism in the world. In fact this is a type of Algae found in tropical regions. Sony mirrorless camera, with underwater housing and Inon Z330 strobe used.
Octopus on tropical coral reef at Koh Bon island, Thailand. Invertebrate in the sea. Marine life behavior
School of Bigeye yellow snapper fish at Richelieu Rock, a famous scuba diving dive site and exotic underwater landscape in Thailand.
A rare encounter with a Critically Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Hawksbills are the most endangered of all sea Turtles. Classified as critically endangered on the IUCN red list only 15000 pairs remain in the wild. This turtle is eating Bubble coral. Footage taken whilst scuba diving at Phi Phi islands, Andaman Sea, one of Thailand’s top dive destinations.
Smooth flutemouth (Fistularia commersonii) at Lipe island in Thailand
The tasseled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala), is a carnivorous ray-finned fish with venomous spines. Camouflage and speed are it's weapons when hunting. Often looking innocently like a stone or rock, it awaits it's prey in the sand and coral.
One Common Sea Cucumber (Bohadschia graeffei) is feeding on the coral reef. It is standing up to extract passing plankton from the sea. Sea cucumbers feed on algae, microscopic animals and waste. Their digestive system recycles particles back into the ecosystem. Image taken whilst scuba diving at Ko Haa, Krabi Province, Thailand. Sony mirrorless camera, with underwater housing and Scubalamp V6kPro lighting used.
A vibrant underwater coral reef containing numerous species of corals and fish including Maze coral (Pachyseris speciosa), Anthias and Gorgonian sea fan. Coral reefs are critical in the carbon capture cycle of planet earth however are currently threatened by rising sea temperatures and climate change. Image taken at Koh Haa, Andaman sea, Krabi province, Thailand.
A rare encounter with a Olive Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) also known as Pacific Ridley Turtle. Classified as vulnerable species on the IUCN red list they are a type of Chelonioidea. This turtle was found dead by scuba divers. Possible causes of death are natural, plastic ingestion, pollution or bycatch. Footage taken whilst scuba diving at Phi Phi islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand.
School of Barracuda fish in the crystal clear blue water at Racha island, one of the beautiful dive sites in Phuket, Thailand. Large group of marine life swimming under the boat in Andaman Sea
School of Barracuda fish in the crystal clear blue water at Racha island, one of the beautiful dive sites in Phuket, Thailand. Large group of marine life swimming under the boat in Andaman Sea
Titan triggerfish, Giant triggerfish or Moustache triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) biting a branch of coral in Andaman Sea, Thailand.
Feather star (Comanthina schlegeli) at Surin national park in Thailand
Coral reefs are the one of earths most complex ecosystems, containing over 800 species of corals and one million animal and plant species. Here we see a brightly coloured Singapore Parrotfish (Scarus prasiognathos) swimming above a reef suffering from coral bleaching. Parrotfish are hermaphroditic and usually transform from female to male at some point in their life. Image taken whilst scuba diving at Phi Phi island, Krabi, Thailand.
School of Barracuda fish in the crystal clear blue water at Racha island, one of the beautiful dive sites in Phuket, Thailand. Large group of marine life swimming under the boat in Andaman Sea
The Golden Damsel (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) is a brightly colored species of damselfish found in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region. They have a vibrant yellow-golden coloration that makes them stand out among the other fish on the reef. Golden Damsels are typically found in small groups, swimming near the coral reefs where they feed on small crustaceans and plankton. Despite their small size, they are a highly territorial species and will defend their territory fiercely against other fish.
The Golden Damsel (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) is a brightly colored species of damselfish found in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region. They have a vibrant yellow-golden coloration that makes them stand out among the other fish on the reef. Golden Damsels are typically found in small groups, swimming near the coral reefs where they feed on small crustaceans and plankton. Despite their small size, they are a highly territorial species and will defend their territory fiercely against other fish.
The Golden Damsel (Amblyglyphidodon aureus) is a brightly colored species of damselfish found in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region. They have a vibrant yellow-golden coloration that makes them stand out among the other fish on the reef. Golden Damsels are typically found in small groups, swimming near the coral reefs where they feed on small crustaceans and plankton. Despite their small size, they are a highly territorial species and will defend their territory fiercely against other fish.
Antennarius maculatusalso known as the clown frogfish is a marine fish belonging to the family Antennariidae , perfectly camouflaged,Bunaken island , North Sulawesi, Indonesia
A Tigertail Sea Horse (Hippocampus comes) is camouflaged swimming across the ocean floor. A rare site as they usually hide in coral. Listed as a Threatened Species on the IUCN red list, due to targeted fishing for Traditional medicine and the aquarium trade. Their numbers have declined 30-50% in recent years. Seahorses are known to be asexual i.e. able to reproduce alone to ensure the survival of the species. The location is Ko Haa, Andaman Sea, Krabi, Thailand. Sony mirrorless camera, with underwater housing and Mares lighting used.
