The underwater world in images

Sea horses, Pipefish and sea moths

In the DDC image gallery, these incredible creatures could not be missing. Among the seahorses that can be found in Dauin, species such as the Hippocampus kuda, known as the pygmy seahorse or striated-bellied seahorse, stand out, and the Hippocampus histrix, which is characterized by its spines on the upper part of its body. These fish can be found in a variety of habitats, from coral reefs to seagrass meadows and sandy bottoms. As for pipefish, Dauin offers the opportunity to observe species such as the Solenostomus paradoxus, also known as ghost pipefish due to its ability to blend in with its environment. This pipefish has a thin, elongated body, with fins that resemble leaves, allowing it to camouflage itself perfectly among algae and corals. In addition, in Dauin it is possible to find other species of pipefish, such as the Solegnathus spinosissimus, which is distinguished by its prominent spines and its ability to swim slowly and elegantly. We show you some examples in the Dauin image gallery. Photos taken by our expert DDC photographers.