Ghost of the Reef
The Ghost goby is adept at hiding. Growing to about 2 cm long, they are well adapted to camouflage. With transparent bodies, fins with suction for firm grip, and low set gills to hide movement, they evade their predators. In the meantime, their large, angled eyes are on the lookout for plankton.
Awards
World Photo Annual
2025Discovery of the Year
Underwater
Non Professional
Ghost of the Reef
The Ghost goby is adept at hiding. Growing to about 2 cm long, they are well adapted to camouflage. With transparent bodies, fins with suction for firm grip, and low set gills to hide movement, they evade their predators. In the meantime, their large, angled eyes are on the lookout for plankton.
About Artist
Simon Biddie
Simon Biddie is a UK based wildlife and conservation photographer, with an interest in wildlife on land and under the water. Simon emerged onto the scene in 2023, being recognised in international competitions, including Underwater Photographer of the Year, category wins in the Environmental Photography Award and Nature TTL Photographer of the Year, and Grand Prize Monochrome Photographer of the Year. He has been a featured photographer, and has written for dive and photography websites. Simon's style is in the fine art, abstract and action style of wildlife photography.
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