Coral Triangle Cameos Biodiversity and the Small Majority

About this book

The Coral Triangle is a marine area located in the western Pacific Ocean and includes the waters of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, and the Solomon Islands. A kaleidoscope of marine life, it boasts the greatest biodiversity on Earth. Yet, most focus on the giants of the deep. This focuses in on the "small majority" – the tiny but vital creatures that power this underwater paradise. Renowned underwater photographer Alan Powderham brings the unseen to life with stunning photography and unveils the fascinating science behind these diminutive wonders.

Uncover a secret world:
- Explore the crucial role of these often-overlooked creatures in maintaining the Coral Triangle's health.
- Witness breathtaking underwater photography showcasing the dazzling diversity of the "small majority."
- Gain scientific insights into the intricate dance of life on the reef.
- Embrace the unseen and discover the true heart of the Coral Triangle.

Coral Triangle Cameos is a captivating book for anyone fascinated by the hidden wonders of the natural world including scuba divers, ocean enthusiasts, marine biologists, ecologists, and readers seeking a deeper understanding of what is at stake for marine conservation efforts.

Contents

Foreword by Burt Jones and Maurine Shimlock

- Corals
- Anemones
- Fish
- Cephalopods
- Eyes
- Decapods
- Gastropods
- Bivalves
- Marine worms
- Sponges
- Echinoderms
- Ascidians and other invertebrates

Acknowledgements
Equipment
Further reading

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Biography

Alan Powderham is a seasoned underwater photographer with over 40 years of experience capturing the magic of the ocean depths. Scientific consultant to this work, Dr Sancia van der Meij, is a leading marine biologist with extensive field experience in the Coral Triangle, passionate about unravelling the secrets of coral reefs. This dynamic duo returns after their critically acclaimed collaboration, At the Heart of the Coral Triangle (2020).

Foreword writers Burt Jones and Maurine Shimlock are award-winning photographers whose work can be found at the website Secret Sea Visions and are administrators of Indonesia's Birds Head Seascape website.