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Large-toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) adult male, close-up of head, mouth brooding eggs, Lembeh Straits
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Large-toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) adult male, close-up of head, mouth brooding eggs, Lembeh Straits
Large-toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) adult male, close-up of head, mouth brooding eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June
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Media ID 9669525
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Apogonidae Brood Brooding Broods Cardinalfish Cardinalfishes Care Celebes Eggs Face Faces Fish Fishes Greater Sunda Islands Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Lembeh Mouth Mouths Pacific Parental Sea Fish Sea Fishes Sealife Sulawesi Sunda Underwater
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Say cheese! This Large-toothed Cardinalfish is not camera shy as it proudly shows off its mouthful of eggs. Talk about multitasking - this doting dad takes parenting to a whole new level by brooding his precious offspring right in his mouth! Lembeh Straits, known for its incredible marine life, provides the perfect backdrop for this underwater family portrait. With its striking colors and intricate patterns, this adult male cardinalfish steals the show with its captivating face. The close-up shot reveals every detail of his expressive eyes and toothy grin. It's hard not to be charmed by this charismatic creature! Hailing from the tropical waters of Sulawesi in Indonesia, this fish knows how to take care of business when it comes to raising young ones. As an attentive parent, he ensures that his eggs are safe until they hatch into tiny fry ready to explore their oceanic home. This snapshot captures a heartwarming moment in nature where even fish exhibit parental love and dedication. So next time you're diving in Southeast Asia or simply admiring aquatic wonders from afar, remember that beneath the surface lies a world full of surprises and extraordinary creatures like our egg-guarding friend here.
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