Species library

Cowtail Stingray

Pastinachus sephen

With its majestic flag-like tail and wide, diamond-shaped body, the Cowtail Stingray is a true icon of the Indo-Pacif...

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Creek Chub

Semotilus atromaculatus

The Creek Chub is a charismatic and industrious architect of the stream bed, known for building stone nests and domin...

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Creole Wrasse

Bodianus parrae

The Creole Wrasse is the 'purple cloud' of the Caribbean, a social and streamlined fish that brings vibrant color to ...

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Crown Squirrelfish

Sargocentron diadema

The Crown Squirrelfish is the 'night watchman' of the Indo-Pacific reefs, sporting a regal red coat and a distinctive...

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Crucian Carp

Carassius carassius

A master of survival with a shimmering bronze hue, the Crucian Carp is the golden jewel of the still-water pond. Know...

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Cubera Snapper

Lutjanus cyanopterus

The ultimate reef heavyweight, the Cubera Snapper is a nocturnal giant known for its massive canine teeth and elusive...

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Cuckoo Wrasse

Labrus mixtus

The Cuckoo Wrasse is the North Atlantic's most colorful resident, featuring electric blue stripes that rival tropical...

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Cunner

Tautogolabrus adspersus

The Cunner is the curious 'sea perch' of the Atlantic coast, a master of camouflage that thrives in the nooks and cra...

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Dark Dusky Rockfish

Sebastes ciliatus

A social master of the North Pacific kelp forests, the Dark Dusky Rockfish is a long-lived sentinel of the deep, know...

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Deacon Rockfish

Sebastes diaconus

The Deacon Rockfish is a master of the Pacific's kelp forests, known for forming massive, charcoal-colored schools th...

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Dealfish

Trachipterus arcticus

A shimmering phantom of the North Atlantic, the Dealfish is a rare, ribbon-like marvel known for its brilliant silver...

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Deepwater Sculpin

Myoxocephalus thompsonii

A mysterious ghost of the Ice Age, the Deepwater Sculpin thrives in the freezing, pitch-black depths of North America...

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Delta Smelt

Hypomesus transpacificus

The Delta Smelt is the 'canary in the coal mine' for California's water health. This tiny, translucent resident of th...

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Devil Scorpionfish

Scorpaenopsis diabolus

The Devil Scorpionfish is the reef's most patient ghost, a venomous master of disguise that can vanish in plain sight...

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Devil Stinger

Inimicus didactylus

A master of mimicry and a venomous marvel, the Devil Stinger 'walks' across the ocean floor on specialized fins. This...

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Diadem Dottyback

Pictichromis diadema

With its electric yellow body and a crown of royal purple, the Diadem Dottyback is a jewel of the tropical reef. Smal...

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Diamond Stingray

Hypanus dipterurus

The Diamond Stingray is a graceful architect of the Pacific seafloor, known for its sharp angular shape and incredibl...

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Diamond Trevally

Scyris indica

A shimmering jewel of the Indo-Pacific, the Diamond Trevally captivates with its mirror-like skin and majestic, trail...

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Doctorfish

Acanthurus chirurgus

Recognizable by the 'scars' on its sides and its defensive tail spine, the Doctorfish is a vital reef-cleaner. This i...

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Dog Snapper

Lutjanus jocu

Meet the reef's most formidable 'canine' predator. With its massive teeth and wary personality, the Dog Snapper is a ...

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Dolly Varden

Salvelinus malma

A master of the cold Pacific currents, the Dolly Varden is a vibrant char known for its nomadic lifestyle and strikin...

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Draughtboard Shark

Cephaloscyllium laticeps

The Draughtboard Shark is southern Australia's master of underwater camouflage. Known for its ability to puff up like...

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Dusky Damselfish

Stegastes adustus

Meet the reef’s most determined gardener. The Dusky Damselfish is a tiny powerhouse that aggressively 'farms' its own...

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Dusky Gregory

Stegastes nigricans

Meet the reef's most dedicated gardener. The Dusky Gregory is a small fish with a big personality, famous for growing...

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Dusky Morwong

Dactylophora nigricans

A stoic giant of the Australian kelp forests and seagrass meadows, the Dusky Morwong is a master of the bottom-dwelli...

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Dusky Shark

Carcharhinus obscurus

A sleek, long-distance traveler of the deep, the Dusky Shark is a symbol of the ocean's wild frontier. This powerful ...

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Dusky Shiner

Pteronotropis cummingsae

A shimmering inhabitant of the Southeast's mysterious blackwater streams, the Dusky Shiner is a master of the slow-mo...

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Dusky Smooth-hound

Mustelus canis

The Dusky Smooth-hound is a sleek, pack-hunting 'dogfish' shark that patrols our coastal shallows. Known for its doci...

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Dussumier's Halfbeak

Hyporhamphus dussumieri

A shimmering acrobat of the tropical shallows, the Dussumier's Halfbeak is easily recognized by its uniquely elongate...

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Dwarf scorpionfish

Sebastapistes fowleri

The Dwarf scorpionfish is a miniature marvel of evolution, using near-perfect camouflage to vanish into the tropical ...

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East Atlantic Peacock Wrasse

Symphodus tinca

The East Atlantic Peacock Wrasse is the Mediterranean's living rainbow. With its kaleidoscopic colors and inquisitive...

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Eastern Blacknose Dace

Rhinichthys atratulus

A shimmering icon of the eastern mountain stream, the Eastern Blacknose Dace is known for its lightning-fast movement...

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Eastern Fortescue

Centropogon australis

A hidden gem of the Australian coastline, the Eastern Fortescue is a tiny titan of camouflage. Equipped with venomous...

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Eastern Mosquitofish

Gambusia holbrooki

A tiny, tenacious live-bearer, the Eastern Mosquitofish is the ultimate natural pest controller, patrolling the water...

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Eastern Mudminnow

Umbra pygmaea

A resilient survivor of the swamps, the Eastern Mudminnow is a master of camouflage that can breathe air and vanish i...

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Eastern Red Scorpionfish

Scorpaena jacksoniensis

A master of disguise lurking in the shadows of the reef, the Eastern Red Scorpionfish is a vibrant yet elusive predat...

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