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$Warty Frogfish Antennarius maculatus occurs in the tropical Indo-West Pacific from the Maldives and Mauritius to Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia in a depth range from 1-15m, max. length 15cm.\nThe solitary species inhabits sheltered rocky reefs. Adults are frequently among algae, soft corals and sponges, like this specimen. Juveniles live openly on reefs looking like nudibranchs. Antennarius maculatus feeds on fishes. \nColoration is highly variable, ranging from cream to yellow, brown, or black with scattered dark circular spots and saddles or blotches ranging from white to pink, rust-red, or red. Heavily spotted individuals resemble Antennarius pictus. Antennarius maculatus usually has red or orange margins on all fins and the first band across the body diverts to the posterior edge of the eye which distinguishes it from Antennarius pictus. \nLembeh Strait, Indonesia. \n1°27'13.1058 N 125°14'14.6331 E at 10m depth$

$Scyllarides latus, the Mediterranean slipper lobster, Sea life Underwater macro photo, dark background, Scuba diver point of view. Underwater cave. Mediterranean Sea. \nPhotographed with Nikonos V, 35mm lens Macro 1:1 (real size 24x36mm) on Fujichrome Velvia 50$

Eye level with a Giant Frogfish (Antennarius commerson) sat on soft coral. Small cardinalfish in the background. Photographed at Lembeh Strait, Indonesia.

$The yellow frogfish is a striking and rare sight in the waters around Mabul Island, Malaysia. Known for its vibrant yellow color and unusual, almost comical appearance, this small, anglerfish-like creature blends into its surroundings with remarkable camouflage. The yellow hue helps it hide among coral reefs, sponges, and other underwater structures, making it a challenge to spot despite its bold color.\n\nOne of the frogfish’s most fascinating features is its esca, a specialized lure on its head that mimics the movement of small prey. This lure attracts fish or shrimp close enough for the frogfish to ambush them with astonishing speed, despite its slow movements.\n\nMabul’s clear waters and rich coral reefs provide an ideal environment for these elusive predators. While spotting a yellow frogfish requires patience and keen eyes, encountering one during a dive is an unforgettable experience, offering a glimpse into the incredible diversity of marine life that thrives in Mabul’s vibrant ecosystems.$

Beautiful wild fish (Frogfish baby) swimming in the blue sea

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

A well-camouflaged Hairy or Striated frogfish (Antennarius striatus) sits on the seafloor of Lembeh Strait, Indonesia.

Sea shell Pinna nobilis, known by the common names noble pen shell and fan mussel - Perska - Palastura, Close up Abstract. Exploring and enjoying Beautiful Sea Life macro . Underwater scene at clear mediterranean sea. Scuba diver point of view. Greece Europe. Underwater photography. Sea Blue Background. Photographed with Nikonos V, 35mm lens Macro 1:1 (real size 24x36mm) on Fujichrome Velvia 50

Painted frogfish Antennarius pictus, Lembeh Indonesia

Close-up of a cute Clown (Warty) Frogfish (antennarius maculatus) on an Asian tropical coral reef

$Painted Frogfish Antennarius pictus occurs in the tropical Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Hawaiian and Society islands in a depth range from 0 to 75m, max. length 30cm. The species inhabits shallow sheltered reefs. Adults usually are with sponges, mimicking small sponges or nudibranchs. Marking patterns and colour are highly variable. The different colorations are not due to different specimens or distinct subspecies but are instead phases of the same individual. Over days or weeks, the frogfish adjusts its color to match the substrate, coral, sponges, or other surroundings. \nThe species is an ambush predator, waiting patiently for unsuspecting prey that thinks it is swimming past a sponge. \nThis orange-red specimen was opening his mouth from time to time. \nLembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia\n1°28'47.196 N 125°14'12.42 E at 12m depth$

A Frogfish among corals in Anilao, Philippines

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.

Sea life. Scorpionfish chool of fish in Underwater scene coral reef. Red Sea

Cabezon, Scorpaenichthys marmoratus, California Coast, Family Cottidae.

Brazilian Batfish (Ogcocephalus vespertilio) - Marine fish

$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 \$

Beautiful yellow sponge camouflage of a yellown clown frogfish on coral reef

Brittle stars on a colorful sea sponge with aquatic plants, shallow depth of field.

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