Orbicella annularis, Rainbow Gardens Reef, Bahamas

Creator

• John C. Ogden

Files

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Creation Date

8-5-1997

Abstract

Two snorkelers swim above a large formation of Orbicella annularis at Rainbow Gardens Reef. Additional varieties of coral and Pseudopterogorgia surround. This photograph was taken during a research trip to the Caribbean Marine Research Center (CMRC) in Lee Stocking Island, Exuma, Bahamas.

Alt Text

An underwater scene featuring a coral formation with various marine plants and fish swimming above. There are two people visible snorkeling at the water's surface. The water appears clear, revealing the sandy ocean floor.

Keywords

Marine science, Oceanography, Coral reefs, Scientists, Orbicella annularis, Boulder star coral, Pseudopterogorgia, Sea Fans (Zoology), Soft coral

Extent

1 color photograph

Physical Collection

Dr. John Ogden Caribbean and Coral Reef Collection

Folder

Binder 21

Digital Date

2024

Media Type

Color photographs

Identifier

ogden21_images_1005

Recommended Citation

Ogden, John C., "Orbicella annularis, Rainbow Gardens Reef, Bahamas" (1997). Binder 21: Photographs and Images. Image 6.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ogden21_images/6