Corals Overgrown by Feather Plumes and Sea Fans in Cayos Cochinos, Honduras

Creator

John C. Ogden

Files

Preview

Creation Date

4-30-1995

Abstract

An underwater photograph of a coral reef at a depth of 6 meters near a location known as "Cochinos Station 2" near the north side of Cochino Pequeño in the Cayos Cochinos archipelago, off the northern coast of Honduras. Corals of Genus Montastrea are seen in the photograph and are being overgrown by feather plumes (Genus Pseudopterogorgia) and sea fans (Genus Gorgonia). Several fish are also seen in the photograph.

Alt Text

An underwater scene featuring a large coral formation with various marine life. The water appears clear, revealing the intricate details of the coral and small sea creatures.

Keywords

Marine biology--Research, Coral reefs and islands, Coral reef ecology, Montastrea, Soft corals, Sea fans (Zoology)

Extent

2 x 2 inches cardboard projector slide with 35mm photographic film

Physical Collection

Dr. John Ogden Caribbean and Coral Reef Collection

Box

4-5

Folder

Binder 12

Digital Date

2024

Media Type

Color slides

Identifier

O19-00459

Recommended Citation

Ogden, John C., "Corals Overgrown by Feather Plumes and Sea Fans in Cayos Cochinos, Honduras" (1995). Binder 12: Photographs and Images. Image 21.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ogden12_images/21