The 5 Most Colorful Oceanic Creatures

Which Sea Creature Is The Most Beautiful?

The sea is full of wonderful creatures, and we're not just talking about powerful sharks and majestic whales. Some of Earth's most colorful animals live beneath the ocean waves, from rainbow crustaceans to neon blue fish. Here are the five most colorful underwater creatures, proving that the ocean isn't just blue, it's a kaleidoscope.

1. Rainbow Parrotfish

The aptly named rainbow parrotfish live in the Atlantic Ocean from Florida all the way to Argentina. They're known for their beak-like mouths and spectacular coloration.

2. Picasso Triggerfish

The Picasso Triggerfish really does look like a Picasso painting with its abstract colors. It lives in the Indo-Pacific region of the world and looks like something a cartoonist dreamed up with its wild colors and pouty mouth.

3. Mandarinfish

Certainly one of the ocean's most eye-catching fish, the mandarinfish has long, flowy fins and bright neon coloring. It's so beautiful, you may feel inclined to touch it, but watch out; its small spines contain venom.

4. Regal Blue Tang

The regal blue tang fish is characterized by its bright, almost highlighter-blue coloring and yellow tail. They're native to the Indian Ocean and are a socially active species.

5. Peacock Mantish Shrimp

The peacock mantis shrimp boasts every color of the rainbow. They're able to see a wider range of colors than humans and reflect polarized light, creating colorful signals for communication.