Coral Hind and Cleaner Wrasse at a Cleaning Station

A coral hind receives attention from a bluestreak cleaner wrasse in this Red Sea photograph by Cobi Hay Yacobi. The orange body and bright blue spots make a striking first impression; the smaller fish gives you another detail to find. Available on stretched matte canvas, the photograph records an interaction between two reef animals.

The coral hind and its smaller visitor

Cephalopholis miniata is a predatory grouper with an orange to reddish body covered in blue spots. It lives on Indo-Pacific reefs, including those of the Red Sea, and feeds on smaller fish and crustaceans. Here, the larger fish is shown at a cleaning station, where another species approaches it for a different reason.

The bluestreak cleaner wrasse, Labroides dimidiatus, belongs to the wrasse family. It has a dark stripe along its body and removes parasites from other fish. Established cleaning stations bring it into contact with larger reef species. For an account of its appearance, habitat and cleaning behavior, visit the Australian Museum’s cleanerfish page.

The cleaner obtains food through this interaction, while its visitor has parasites removed. A coral hind can therefore be both a reef predator and a cleaning client. Knowing those different roles adds context to the two fish in the photograph, beyond the contrast in their sizes and markings.

A photograph of an active cleaning station

This photograph was taken at an active station on a Red Sea reef. Carefully directed lighting and a short exposure preserved the vivid colors, as described in the original account of the image. The orange and blue pattern gives the larger fish a clear presence within the composition.

Look beyond the coral hind to locate the cleaner wrasse. The difference in scale is part of what makes the scene worth viewing closely. The horizontal composition holds the two subjects together, so a wall that allows both a distant view and a closer look can suit this print.

Photographed in: the Red Sea

Canvas, inner frame and wrapped edges

The coral hind photograph is printed on matte canvas using non-toxic latex inks. It is stretched over a sustainably sourced pine inner frame, 0.75 in (1.9 cm) deep. The image wraps around the edges. Hanging hardware is included, and the canvas arrives ready to hang.

No decorative outer frame is included. You can display the wrapped canvas as supplied or choose an outer frame to coordinate with other artwork. When planning a group of prints, allow for the total width of the pictures and the gaps between them.

Three sizes and their prices

• 12 × 8 in (30 × 20 cm) — $69 USD
• 30 × 20 in (76 × 51 cm) — $149 USD
• 36 × 24 in (91 × 61 cm) — $169 USD

Each size may vary by about 3 mm (1/8 in). Compare the dimensions with the wall above your furniture before ordering. The crop may vary slightly between formats, with the subject remaining the focus. If you need another size, use our contact page to discuss it.

Price and shipping

Your coral hind print starts at $69 USD. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. Shipping to other eligible countries depends on canvas size and quantity and is shown at checkout before payment. The English shop does not ship to the EU, the EEA or the UK. Outside the USA, import duties or taxes may apply.

Every canvas is printed to order in the USA within about 3 business days. Delivery after printing takes about 2–5 business days to the USA, or about 10–30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries.

Color for a dining nook or office

The room images place the coral hind canvas beside a round oak table in a kitchen dining nook. The smallest version rests on the table; the larger versions hang on the nearby wall. Use these examples to compare how much wall space each size occupies around a familiar piece of furniture.

In an office, consider a wall beside a meeting table or seating area where visitors can look closely at the fish. Keep the canvas in a shaded, ventilated spot away from direct sunlight. Clean it only with a soft, dry cloth.

Another encounter to explore

Pair this coral hind scene with the yellowmouth moray and cleaner shrimp photograph to compare two cleaning encounters. Read Coral Reef Partnerships for more about interactions beneath the surface. Once you have chosen a size, add the canvas to your cart and complete checkout.

About the Photographer

Cobi Hay Yacobi is a marine nature photographer specializing in underwater photography. He has been diving for over 20 years, with more than 1,000 dives in the Red Sea and around the world. Underwater cameras, dedicated lighting and patient observation shape his work.

Why Choose 2Dive?

The coral hind print brings an original photograph from Cobi’s collection into your space. He selects his photographs from thousands of images, using underwater lighting to reveal the scene’s natural colors. Read about his diving and approach to photography on the About page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you ship, and how much does shipping cost?

We ship to the countries offered at checkout. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. For other eligible countries, the first canvas costs US$25–US$36 to ship, depending on size, plus US$8 for each additional canvas. The total appears before payment. Outside the USA, import duties or taxes may apply. The English shop does not ship to the EU, the EEA or the UK.

How long do printing and delivery take?

Printing in the USA takes about 3 business days. After printing, delivery takes about 2–5 business days to the USA, or about 10–30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. These are estimates; express shipping is not available.

How can I pay?

Available payment methods are shown at checkout. Payments are processed by an authorized payment provider.

How should I care for the coral hind print?

Hang the canvas in a dry, ventilated room away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

Can I add a frame?

The canvas arrives stretched over an inner wooden frame, ready to hang, without a decorative outer frame. You can display it as it is or add an outer frame separately. Contact us to discuss framing.

Can I order the coral hind print in another size?

Contact us to discuss a size that is not listed on this page. Please check the options before placing your order.

What happens after I order the coral hind print?

After payment, we email your order confirmation. Your canvas is printed to order in the USA. When it ships, we email a tracking number. Keep the confirmation as your copy of the order.

Can you send the coral hind print straight to someone as a gift?

Yes. Enter the recipient’s address as the delivery address at checkout. We can ship the canvas directly to them in an eligible country.

How to Order the coral hind print

1. Choose an available canvas size and quantity, then add the print to your basket.
2. Enter your name, email address, delivery address and phone number at checkout.
3. Review the size, quantity, delivery details, shipping charge and order total. Correct any errors before paying.
4. Complete payment using an available method. We email your order confirmation after payment; this is when the contract is formed.

Orders and Cancellations

• The image crop may vary slightly between sizes; the subject stays the focus.
• Available payment methods are shown at checkout. Payments are processed by an authorized payment provider.
• You’ll receive an order confirmation by email and a tracking number by email when your canvas ships. A gift can be shipped directly to the recipient’s address.
• Please see our Returns & Refunds policy.