A robust coral colony, Pocillopora eydouxi, grows on a shallow reef flat. Batanta, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean.


A large coral colony grows in extremely shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This region is known for its high marine biological diversity, great scuba diving and snorkeling. It is also part of the Coral Triangle.


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Location: Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean
Photo credit: © Ethan Daniels / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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