Our oceans are home to some of the most beautiful and colorful creatures on the planet.
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but we can all agree these fish are breathtakingly awesome.
This is a Mandarinfish.
The Mandarinfish is often confused with the Mandarin Fish, or Chinese Perch. But this small fish belongs to the dragonet family. It’s native to the Pacific Ocean.
Meet the Juvenile Emporer Angel Fish
This fish is quite famous, but did you know the juvenile is even more fascinating than adults? Their dark blue bodies have beautiful white rings.
Ever heard of a Lion Fish?
Most people have heard of this venomous fish, but did you know the dangerous dorsal fins are used only for defense? The sting is NOT fatal to humans, but it can cause extreme pain, headaches, vomiting, and difficulty breathing.
Be sure to adore this fish from a safe distance!
Clown Trigger Fish
Triggerfish can be found in tropical and subtropical waters, but most often in the Indo-Pacific. They’re often found swimming in shallow coastal areas and around coral reefs.
Nudibranch – is that even a fish?
No, technically the nudibranch now belongs to the clade family, known as sea slugs. But it’s a beautiful sight, right?
All photos courtesy of smashinglist.com.