Description
The Yellowmouth Moray Close-Up Canvas Print brings a bright yellow mouth out of deep shadow, giving your wall an immediate point of focus. Cobi Hay Yacobi’s photograph stays close to one animal beneath a ledge. Choose it for the clean contrast first, then spend time with the smaller markings.
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Yellowmouth Moray Close-Up Canvas: the photograph
Cobi Hay Yacobi photographed this yellowmouth moray in the Red Sea on April 1, 2016, according to the camera date. The head projects from beneath a ledge, with the mouth open toward the surrounding dark space. The background separates the yellow interior and the small pale spots from the rest of the underwater setting.
The image has a clear subject even from across a room. Move closer to follow the spots around the eye and the edge of the mouth. The ledge gives the head a visible setting, while the black area keeps the composition concentrated. No cleaner shrimp appears in this photograph; the moray is presented on its own.
About the yellowmouth moray
The species is Gymnothorax nudivomer. Its bright mouth interior and pale spotting on the front of the body are useful identifying features. The body becomes darker toward the rear, and a dark patch surrounds each gill opening. These characteristics distinguish the species, although this close crop shows mainly the head.
The Australian Museum’s species profile describes its coloring and broad distribution in tropical Indo-West Pacific waters. The Red Sea is also within its range. The photograph records an open mouth without establishing aggression, hunting or any other reason for that position.
Let the portrait hold the attention
The yellowmouth moray suits a wall where one photograph can carry the visual weight. Keep neighboring objects low or leave a little more space around the print to let the dark area remain part of the composition. The result can feel deliberate without relying on a group of matching marine accessories.
For a collector of animal portraits, the yellowmouth moray offers an unusually concentrated view. It invites attention to a face and a small section of habitat, leaving the wider scene outside the frame. Choose this photograph when that closeness is what you want to live with. As a gift, it may suit someone who remembers the moment a familiar reef revealed a less familiar face.
Canvas, printing and delivery
Your yellowmouth moray photograph is printed on canvas stretched over an inner wooden frame, 0.75 in deep. The wooden support sits inside the canvas. A decorative outer frame is not included. Display it as supplied, or discuss separate framing options if you want to coordinate the print with other pieces on the wall.
The finished canvas arrives ready to hang, so you can move from choosing a wall to enjoying the photograph.
Each canvas is printed to order in the USA, with production taking about 3 business days. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. After printing, estimated delivery is 2-5 business days within the USA or 10-30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. Express shipping is unavailable.
For other countries offered at checkout, the first canvas costs US$25-US$36 to ship, depending on size, plus US$8 for each additional canvas. Review the displayed total before payment. Import duties or taxes may apply outside the USA. The shop does not ship to the EU, EEA or UK. Allow for both production and delivery when planning a gift.
Choose your canvas size
- 12 × 8 in: $69 USD
- 30 × 20 in: $149 USD
- 36 × 24 in: $169 USD
Before choosing a yellowmouth moray canvas, measure the clear area above your cabinet, desk or dining furniture. A paper rectangle helps show how much of the wall each size occupies. Check the outline from both seated and standing positions, allowing space for lamps and other objects. The crop may vary slightly between sizes.
Consider how the print will be viewed, not only how much wall is available. A place beside your usual seat can make a smaller photograph feel personal; a wall seen across a shared room may call for a larger presence. If you are choosing between two sizes, compare both outlines before ordering, with the furniture and objects you expect to keep nearby.
A dark accent for home or work
The small canvas is shown in a home bar, the medium size in a home gym and the largest in a restaurant’s private dining room. The black background and bright yellow mouth provide a clear color contrast in each example. At home, compare the image with the darker surfaces of a cabinet, shelving unit or dining furniture.
In an office, a wall beside a seating area offers a place to examine the finer spots. Avoid crowding the print with signs or tall objects that hide its lower edge. Measure your own wall rather than relying on the room images for scale.
Care for your canvas
Display the canvas in a dry, ventilated room away from prolonged direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean it only with a soft, clean, dry cloth.
More photographs to consider
The yellowmouth moray and cleaner shrimp canvas shows the same species in a separate photograph with a shrimp. Here, the animal is alone, mouth open against black. Compare the two scenes when choosing a subject or planning a pair. Our marine life identification guide offers an introduction to observing the features of underwater animals.
Browse the fish canvas prints collection to compare subjects. For two more options, see Yellowmouth Moray and Cleaner Shrimp Canvas Print and False Stonefish Canvas Print. Open the product views side by side and choose the composition you most want to return to.
The photographer behind the image
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.
Visit Cobi Hay Yacobi’s photographer profile to explore his diving background and approach to underwater photography. This yellowmouth moray print belongs to his original photographic collection.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ask about a size that is not listed?
Yes. Use the canvas size and framing contact page to discuss the options before placing an order. Have your available wall measurements ready so you can explain the space you are planning for.
Can you send the canvas directly as a gift?
Yes. Enter the recipient’s address as the delivery address at checkout. Choose a size with their available wall space in mind, and check the destination before completing the purchase.
Which payment methods are available?
Checkout shows the available payment methods, processed by an authorized payment provider. You can review the chosen size, quantity and full order total there before paying.
Where can I find return and cancellation terms?
Read the Returns & Refunds policy before ordering. It explains the terms for this made-to-order canvas, so you can check how they apply to your purchase.
Order your yellowmouth moray canvas
Choose the size you want for your yellowmouth moray print, then add the quantity to your cart.
- Enter your contact information and delivery address.
- Check your product options and address for any errors before paying.
- Complete payment using an available checkout method.
Your order confirmation arrives by email after payment; this is when the contract is formed. Keep that email as your record of the order. A separate email supplies the tracking number when your canvas ships.
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