Stargazer Snake-eel (Brachysomophis cirrocheilos) adult, close-up of head, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits
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Stargazer Snake-eel (Brachysomophis cirrocheilos) adult, close-up of head, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits
Stargazer Snake-eel (Brachysomophis cirrocheilos) adult, close-up of head, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9669973
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Benthic Bizarre Black Celebes Eels Face Faces Fish Fishes Greater Sunda Islands Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Lembeh Muck Ophichthidae Pacific Sand Sea Fish Sea Fishes Seabed Seabeds Sealife Sulawesi Sunda Teeth Ugly Underwater Unusual Weird
Meet the Stargazer Snake-eel - The Master of Hide and Seek in Black Sand!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness a truly extraordinary creature lurking beneath the depths of Lembeh Straits. With its head buried deep in black sand, the adult Stargazer Snake-eel showcases an unusual and mesmerizing sight. Looking at this close-up shot, it's hard not to be amazed by the snake-like appearance of this marine marvel. Its teeth protrude from its face like sharp daggers, giving it an intimidating yet oddly fascinating look. This eel's unique features make it stand out among other coastal creatures found in Indonesian waters. One might even describe this Stargazer Snake-eel as "ugly" but let's appreciate its beauty in being so wonderfully weird! It serves as a reminder that nature is full of surprises and diversity. As we delve into the mysterious world below sea level, encountering such bizarre species becomes more common than one might think. And here lies the magic of underwater photography – capturing these moments frozen in time for us to admire and ponder upon. So next time you find yourself strolling along a sandy beach or exploring tropical waters, keep your eyes peeled for hidden treasures like our friend here – because who knows what oddities await beneath those shimmering waves?
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