Thin Leaf Lettuce Coral at Fantasy Island Resort in Roatán, Honduras

Creator

John C. Ogden

Files

Preview

Creation Date

4-29-1995

Abstract

An underwater photograph of a coral reef at a depth of 6 meters near Fantasy Island Resort on the island of Roatán, off the northern coast of Honduras. Several species of corals are seen in the photograph, including thin leaf lettuce coral (Agaricia tenuifolia) and feather plumes (Genus Pseudopterogorgia). Several fish are also seen in the photograph, possibly including striped parrotfish (Scarus iseri).

Alt Text

A vibrant underwater scene featuring a variety of coral formations with different textures and shapes, set against a deep blue ocean background. The corals display various hues of green and blue, creating a rich and diverse marine landscape.

Keywords

Marine biology--Research, Coral reefs and islands, Coral reef ecology, Coral communities, Parrotfishes, Soft corals

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

O19-00442

Recommended Citation

Ogden, John C., "Thin Leaf Lettuce Coral at Fantasy Island Resort in Roatán, Honduras" (1995). Binder 12: Photographs and Images. Image 4.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ogden12_images/4