Halimeda Algae
Species of Halimeda algae do a lot to help create the quintessential island paradise. Not only do they provide a home for many small fish, such as the juvenile filefish seen in a previous post, but they also contribute a …
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Species of Halimeda algae do a lot to help create the quintessential island paradise. Not only do they provide a home for many small fish, such as the juvenile filefish seen in a previous post, but they also contribute a …
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Known locally as the Redmon in Anguilla, Squirrelfish are one of the more common fish families in the Caribbean. Of the species present, there are five which make up over 99% of sighting, and of these the Longspine Squirrelfish is …
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An Anguilla sunset can be a very special sight, especially when witnessed from Sandy Ground during the summer months, when the sun sizzles down into the sea, often accompanied by an incredible variety of yellows, oranges and reds. This particular …
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A stunning view of a railway viaduct spanning an inlet on the coast of Galicia, near the beautiful coastal town of Ortigueira. Home to amazing views and wonderful sea food, Ortigueira also hosts a large festival in the summer …
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Expansive finger coral reefs such as this were common a few decades ago, but sadly today it is becoming less and less easy to find pristine examples. The one pictured here is located near Sandy Island, but unfortunately it is …
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The Spotted Spiny Lobster has to be one of my favourite lobster species (Panulirus guttatus) with its beautifully spotted body and very elusive nature. During the day it hides deep with reef recesses, only coming out at night …
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Great Star Coral polyps pictured open at night. These tiny creatures are incredible, with their delicate tentacles filter feeding food particles and their tiny skeletons slowly building huge reef structures over the centuries. Coral polyps are probably the most successful …
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This is one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Anguilla. Dramatic cliffs, seagrass beds, interesting reefs and great water sports. In fact, this picture was taken very close to that posted a few weeks ago for Little Bay…
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If ever there was a cute fish, it has to be this. A member of the porcupinefish family (and close relative of the pufferfish), with huge eyes that resemble Betty Boop and massive lips that look almost human, it is …
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