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Hairy Frogfish, small juvenile - Antennarius striatus. Underwater macro world of tropical seas.

$Colour variations of Leaf Scorpionfish Taenianotus triacanthus include white, pink, yellow, tan, brown and black with mottling. The species occurs in the tropical Indo-Pacific in a depth range from 5-135m, usually 5- 20m, max. length 10cm. The species has the habit of mimicking a dead leaf by swaying from side to side. \nLembeh Strait, Indonesia \n1°25'51.2087 N 125°11'5.1449 E at 5m depth$

A Frogfish among corals in Anilao, Philippines

Close-up of a Giant Frogfish (Antennarius Commerson). Misool, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

small painted frogfish - Antennarius pictus

$White froggies, or white frogfishes, are a fascinating and elusive species commonly found around Mabul Island, Malaysia. These small, anglerfish-like creatures are known for their unique, comical appearance, with large, bulbous heads and broad, flattened bodies. Their white color helps them blend seamlessly into their surroundings, often hiding among corals, sponges, or algae. This camouflage, combined with their ability to shift hues, makes them challenging to spot even for experienced divers.\n\nOne of the most intriguing features of white frogfishes is their esca, a specialized lure on their heads. This fleshy appendage mimics the movement of small prey, attracting fish or shrimp within striking distance. Once prey is near, the frogfish ambushes it with incredible speed and precision, despite their slow-moving nature.\n\nMabul Island’s clear waters and vibrant coral reefs provide the perfect habitat for these stealthy predators. They are masters of disguise, often blending into the reef and requiring keen eyes to find. Encountering a white froggie during a dive is a thrilling experience, offering a glimpse into the incredible biodiversity of the island’s marine life. For divers, spotting a white frogfish is a highlight of exploring the underwater world of Mabul, showcasing the unique and often hidden wonders of the ocean.$

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Underwater photography beauty deep sea, red ascidiacea tunicate Halocynthia papillosa, yellow coral orange sponge fish reef Sea life. Scuba diver point of view

$The Hispid Frogfish or Shaggy Angler Antennarius hispidus occurs in the tropical Indo-West Pacific in still muddy habitats that are either deep or offshore in a depth range from 0-90m. The color of this species is highly variable. This is a young specimen in a yellow phase. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia 1°29'7 \$

Commerson's frogfish (Antennarius commerson), Zanzibar, Tanzania

Striated frogfish (Antennarius striatus), also known as the hairy frogfish.

Underwater Red Scorpionfish fish deep in sea Sea life Mediterranean sea Scorpaena scrofa Scuba diver point of view

Hairy Frogfish (Antennarius Striatus), Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

$In large aggregations, Yellow Sea Cucumbers Colochirus robustus are often misidentified as corals. Colochirus robustus occurs in the tropical Central Indo-Pacific in a depth range from 1-25m, max. length 7cm. When feeding, the species extends the branchy feeding arms into the current. There are multiple reproduction options; instead of spawning, when getting large, the species can split into two: In a few days, the head end is ready to leave, whilst the rear end takes about a week to grow an own head! \nThese specimen aggregate on an old whip coral overgrown by sponges, hydroids and ascidians. \nTriton Bay, Indonesia \n3°55'0.858 S 134°6'6.102 E at 12m depth$

A well-camouflaged frogfish uses its esca and illicium, a biological fishing pole, to attract prey close enough to engulf and consume in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia.

Painted Frogfish (hunting) - Antennarius pictus. Amazing underwater macro world of Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia.

Underwater photography of tropical reef fish species in Papua New Guinea

Yellow Warty frogfish (Clown frogfish), Philippines

Sea life Ascidia ( Ascidiidae - tunicates ) Underwater beauty

Beautiful criptic shaggy frogfish camouflaging in with its surrounding on the sea floor just beside coral reef on Mabul Island in Malaysia

$Reptilian Snake Eel Brachysomophis henshawi occurs in the tropical Indo-Pacific Ocean in a depth range from 1-35m, max. length 120cm. The benthic species is found over sandy areas, usually near or within coral or rocky reefs. Reptilian Snake Eel feeds on fishes and crustaceans. At night, it is usually encountered with its head and even the anterior portion of its body protruding from the substrate. At day time, it often remains buried with only the tip of its snout and the top of its head projecting from the sand or mud: this specimen was encountered like that shortly after sunset. \nBanda Neira Island, Indonesia, \n4°31'20.574 S 129°53'55.134 E at 3m depth$

Frogfishes are any member of the anglerfish family Antennariidae, of the order Lophiiformes

Cabezon, Scorpaenichthys marmoratus, California Coast, Family Cottidae.

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