Sea Fan Collection (#3)
Discover the mesmerizing beauty of sea fans in the vibrant waters of Indonesia's Raja Ampat and Papua regions
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Discover the mesmerizing beauty of sea fans in the vibrant waters of Indonesia's Raja Ampat and Papua regions. These delicate creatures, resembling intricate lacework, create a breathtaking underwater scene alongside a bowl of pearls cultured from silver-lipped pearl oysters. Immerse yourself in the enchanting reef scenes of Komodo, Southeast Asia, where sea fans sway gracefully amidst playful spotted dolphins and majestic hawksbill turtles. Journey further to Lighthouse Reef Atoll in Belize, Central America, where the Common Sea Fan (Gorgonia ventalina) adorns the landscape with its stunning presence. Indonesia's Raja Ampat reveals another spectacle as schooling fish dance around a thriving coral reef. Witness the awe-inspiring healthy coral reef landscape at Carl's Ultimate dive site in Papua New Guinea's Eastern Fields. Travel to South Pacific's Solomon Islands for an encounter with sea fans and soft corals that paint an ethereal picture beneath the surface. Venture to Staniel Cay in Exuma, Bahamas for an underwater photograph capturing the regal purple sea fan against a backdrop of turquoise waters. In Indonesia's Raja Ampat once again, witness nature at work as a lined sweetlip fish receives meticulous cleaning by a diligent red-fin wrasse amid towering sea fans. Zooming closer reveals hawkfish nestled within their intricate branches. These remarkable organisms have captivated artists throughout history; handcoloured copperplate engravings by James Sowerby showcase their exquisite details in The British Miscellany. Let these glimpses into their world inspire you to explore and protect these fragile ecosystems.