Garibaldi on its algae nest, #37144

Garibaldi maintains a patch of algae (just in front of the fish) to entice a female to lay a clutch of eggs., natural history stock photograph, photo id 37144
Garibaldi maintains a patch of algae (just in front of the fish) to entice a female to lay a clutch of eggs.

This image is featured in: Natural History Photography - Best Photos of 2021, Catalina West End - Kelp Forests and Garibaldi

Image ID: 37144
Format: Digital 3:2
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