Violet Zoanthids (Zoanthus sansibaricus)

Socotra’s biodiversity on land is undisputed and world famous, but it is equally diverse on the coast and in the sea. I am focusing on the terrestrial realm but had a brief encounter of the marine life during low tide here at Dihamri. This particular coral species was growing in very shallow water and as such endures the prolonged heat during midday low tides.

Some scientific data on the fish diversity:
Coastal fish diversity of the Socotra Archipelago, Yemen

Violet Zoanthids (Zoanthus sansibaricus)

Violet Zoanthids (Zoanthus sansibaricus)

Violet Zoanthids (Zoanthus sansibaricus)

Last updated on 26 April 2023