Sealife guideThe Zanclidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species
Explore the taxonomy of the sea vertebrates including the cetaceans like the whales or the dolphins, the sea birds, the fish, the sharks and the sea turtles !
The order Acanthuriformes consists of tropical marine fish known for their vibrant colors and diverse shapes, including surgeonfish, angelfish and butterflyfish, commonly found in coral reefs. These species are distinguished by unique features such as sharp spines on their tails or angular body shapes, playing a key role in maintaining the ecological balance of reefs.
Moorish idol
(Zanclus cornutus)
(Zanclus cornutus)
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The basking sharkDiscover the basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus), the world's second-largest fish. This huge shark feeds on plankton by filtering large amounts of water.Read more
The Banggai cardinalfishDiscover the Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni), a small marine fish endemic to the Banggai Islands, known for its black-and-white stripes and unique reproductive behavior.Read more
The coral hindDiscover the coral hind (Cephalopholis miniata), a colorful Indo-Pacific grouper known for its reddish-orange body covered with small blue spots.Read more
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Ver de feu
(Hermodice carunculata)
(Hermodice carunculata)
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