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A pair of Pharaoh
Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis), copulating. The male deposits
sperm packages (spermatophores) in a pouch under the female's
mouth. Female then passes each egg over these spermatophores
before depositing them in crevices. Richelieu Rock, Andaman
Sea, Thailand.
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Two male Pharaoh
Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis) compete for the attention of a
female (far left). Dominant male raises its center arms to warn
away rival male (approaching from right). Richelieu Rock, Andaman
Sea, Thailand.
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Male Pharaoh Cuttlefish
(Sepia pharaonis), displaying a wide range of vivid colors.
Center arm is raised in what is thought to be a defensive gesture.
Richelieu Rock, Andaman Sea, Thailand.
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A Pharaoh Cuttlefish
(Sepia pharaonis) hovers over a rocky reef, it's arms almost
touching the photographer's wide-angle lens. Richelieu Rock,
Andaman Sea, Thailand.
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Close-up of two
Pharaoh Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis), courting. Male (top) displays
vivid coloration, probably to intimidate rival males. Richelieu
Rock, Andaman Sea, Thailand.
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A trio of Pharaoh
Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis) hover in formation above the reef.
Such behavior is typical of courtship for this species. Richelieu
Rock, Andaman Sea, Thailand.
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A quartet of Pharaoh Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis). Female (far left) is depositing eggs while dominant male maintains constant contact, ready to fend off two rival males. Richelieu Rock, Andaman Sea, Thailand. image reference code: cuttle 20 |
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Mark Strickland / Oceanic Impressions e-mail: info@oceanic-impressions.com |
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