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When the shed skin nears the tail, the newly formed chrysalis begins to shake very vigorously until the skin falls to the ground, then it settles down to form the butterfly within. The shape of the wings, anttenae and eyes can already be clearly seen. The process completes in seven to ten days. . Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
Stonefish (Synaceia verrucosa) said to be the world's most venomous fish. Found in many colours according to habitat. Probably also the worlds most adaptable camouflage system for a fish. Red Sea.
Titan Triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) The largest of the triggerfish family and often aggressive when approached especially whilst nesting. Red Sea.
Stonefish (Synaceia verrucosa ) said to be the worldÌs most venomous fish. Found in many colours according to habitat. Probably also the worlds most adaptable camouflage system for a fish. Red Sea.
Blackbanded Jack (Seriolina nigrofasciata) the same individuals as in 8350, showing their ability to blend skin colour changes for camouflage purpose. Red Sea.
Painted lady caterpillar shortly before changing to chrysalis. It hangs itself upside down in this hooked position for around 24 hours. It continues to move throughout the 24 hours in gentle changes of position. . Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
Redmouth Grouper (Aethaloperca rogaa). So named because of its bright red inside mouth. Can often be found living amongst colonies of Yellow Sweeper (Parapriacanthus ransonneti) which it vigorously protects from attack by passing jacks, in return for feeding from the same glassfish colony. Red Sea.
Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) in a Magnificent anemone (Heteractis magnifica). Anemone City, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt.
Long-arm cleaner shrimp (Periclimenes longicarpus) on a Bubble anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor). Shark Observatory ,Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt. (rr)
Masked Pufferfish (Arothron diadematus). Usually solo, seen here feeding on Acropora Sp. coral. Seen in large groups only during the breeding season. Found only in the Red Sea. Red Sea.
Redmouth Grouper (Aethaloperca rogaa) Showing its namesake bright red inside mouth. Can often be found living amongst colonies of Yellow Sweeper (Parapriacanthus ransonneti) which it vigorously protects from attack by passing jacks, in return for feeding from the same glassfish colony. Red Sea.
When the shed skin nears the tail, the newly formed chrysalis begins to shake very vigorously until the skin falls to the ground, then it settles down to form the butterfly within. The shape of the wings, anttenae and eyes can already be clearly seen. The process completes in seven to ten days. . Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) Species Near threatened. Shark and Yolanda, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt.
Juvenile Barracuda (Sphyraena Sp.). Found amongst a dense school of Yellow Sweeper making use of the protection of a Redmouth Grouper, until their increasing size gave away their camouflage. Red Sea.
Adult painted lady butterfly shortly after emerging from chrysalis. The wings take over an hour to become strong enough to fly.. Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
Spanish Dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus) Spectacular and largest of the nudibranchs (naked gills) and are reported to reach up to 50 cms in length. Nocturnal. Red Sea.
LutherÌs Partner Goby (Cryptocentrus lutheri) Lives in partnership with the snapping shrimp Alpheus djiboutensis. One of many Goby/Shrimp partnerships, The goby always choosing to pair with the same species of shrimp. The goby keeps a watchful eye for the almost blind shrimp, in return for sanctuary in the hosts burrow. The shrimp digs constantly and maintains contact with the goby at all times via antennae. Red Sea.
Manta Birstris showing cleaning station activity. Observations part of porject elasmo, conservation project in Ecuador.
Research diver approaching manta birostris to record detail in research program, Project Elasmo. Pacific Ocean, Ecuador
A farmer marking up freshly sheared sheep in Wet Sleddale, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe
Land mark stone, and view of harbour. Cape Dorset, Baffin Island, Qikiqtaaluk, Nunavut, Canada, North America
Giant manta ray, Isla de la Plata Ecuador. Portrait shot of Manta birostris approaching camera. Pacific Ocean, Ecuador
Adult painted lady butterfly shortly after emerging from chrysalis. The wings take over an hour to become strong enough to fly.. Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
As the time to change gets nearer, the caterpillar begins to move more and more, sometimes shaking vigorously. The skin begins to split and the caterpillar sheds its skin in a concertina motion. . Isle of White, UK. Isle of White, UK
Two male Killer whales (Orcinus orca) - one is a well known individual, John Coe, recognised by the old wound in his dorsal fin. Hebrides, West coast of Scotland.
Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus). Species Near threatened. Shark and Yolanda, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt.
Snorkellers getting close up to the elusive Whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Species Endangered. Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt
Snorkellers getting close up to the elusive Whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Species Endangered. Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt
Giant manta ray, Isla de la Plata Ecuador. Portrait shot of Manta birostris approaching camera. Pacific Ocean, Ecuador