marine life
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Goniobranchus rufomaculatus: Nudibranch of Lembeh Strait
Defying the slow reputation of its kind, this Goniobranchus rufomaculatus nudibranch was filmed moving briskly across the Lembeh Strait seabed.
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Hawksbill Sea Turtle
The hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) is a critically endangered species primarily found in coral reefs across the Caribbean and tropical oceans. Its population declines due to poaching for its shell, bycatch in fisheries, and climate change affecting nesting sites. Hawksbills are vital to reef ecosystems, feeding mainly on sponges.
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Underwater Images From the Seychelles
Photographs from a week of diving in the inner Seychelles — most shot from the liveaboard S.Y. Sea Bird, the rest from resort boat dives off Mahé. Seven galleries: reef, batfish, nudibranchs, octopus, ambush predators, echinoderms and coral restoration.
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Galapagos Bullhead Shark (Heterodontus quoyi) — Fernandina Island
The Galapagos Bullhead Shark, a small and elusive species endemic to the Galápagos Islands, primarily inhabits rocky reefs and prefers cold waters rich in nutrients. Notably nocturnal, it forages for small invertebrates at night. This species, described in 1840, remains under-researched despite its unique ecological role in the region.
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Spotted Porcelain Crab
In Puerto Galera, Philippines, the spotted porcelain crab (Neopetrolisthes maculatus) resides in sea anemones, using their stinging tentacles for protection. This species, a filter feeder, utilizes specialized mouthparts to capture plankton while its oversized claws serve for territory defense rather than hunting. Their adaptation reflects a unique evolutionary lineage within crustaceans.
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Up Close with the Peacock-Tail Anemone Shrimp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis)
The Peacock-tail Anemone Shrimp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis) exemplifies the beauty of marine life in the Indo-Pacific, featuring a clear body, white patches, and blue-tipped limbs. This tiny shrimp thrives within anemones, benefiting from protection and cleaning others. Though small, it’s a sought-after macro photography subject, symbolizing Indonesia’s vibrant reef ecosystem.