Reef Dwellers

Goliath Grouper (Epinephelus itajara) in Moon Pool of the Aquarius Habitat

Goliath Grouper (Epinephelus itajara) in Moon Pool of the Aquarius Habitat

A Goliath grouper (Epinephelus itajara) is mirrored in the calm water of the entry bay (or Moon pool) to the Aquarius Habitat. The underwater habitat allows teams of divers and scientists to live underwater and to conduct a variety of experiments and research projects related to the coral reef environment. The manned habitat also functions as an artificial reef, allowing the attachment and growth of coral colonies and hiding places for various types of marine life.

Melissa's Garden dive site.  Named for daughter of Raja Ampat pioneer Max Ammer.  Seven Seas live-aboard dive boat, November 2008, Stephen Frink MFT Photo Tour banggai cardinalfish, Pterapogon kaudemi Goliath Grouper (Epinephelus itajara) in Moon Pool of the Aquarius Habitat Key Largo, Florida, USA Kemo Dodge knife collection Spotfin lionfish (Pterois antennata) resting inside sponge, Indonesia Wunderpus, an unknown species of octopus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia Liberty Wreck