Red Sea Coral Reefs
التشكيلات المرجانية في البحر الأحمر
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Jordan Post issued this commemorative set in 2011 to showcase the remarkable coral reef ecosystems of the Red Sea off Jordan's Aqaba coast. The Gulf of Aqaba represents Jordan's only marine frontier, hosting some of the world's most pristine and biodiverse coral reefs despite the country's limited 27-kilometer coastline. These reefs serve as critical marine sanctuaries, supporting hundreds of fish species and intricate coral formations that have adapted to the Red Sea's unique conditions. The five stamps feature underwater photography displaying various coral species, from distinctive brain corals with their characteristic maze-like patterns to branching hard corals and colorful soft corals. Several stamps also capture the symbiotic relationship between corals and tropical fish, including vibrant reef species that depend on these ecosystems for shelter and feeding. This philatelic tribute reflects Jordan's commitment to marine conservation and environmental awareness, highlighting the ecological importance of protecting these fragile underwater habitats. The set includes a souvenir sheet presenting a comprehensive underwater scene with multiple coral formations and fish species, emphasizing the interconnected nature of reef ecosystems and their role in maintaining Red Sea biodiversity.
أصدر البريد الأردني هذه المجموعة التذكارية عام 2011 لإبراز النظم البيئية الرائعة للشعاب المرجانية في البحر الأحمر قبالة ساحل العقبة الأردني. يمثل خليج العقبة الحدود البحرية الوحيدة للأردن، ويستضيف بعضاً من أنقى الشعاب المرجانية وأكثرها تنوعاً في العالم رغم الساحل المحدود البالغ 27 كيلومتراً. تعمل هذه الشعاب كملاذات بحرية حيوية، تدعم مئات من أنواع الأسماك والتشكيلات المرجانية المعقدة التي تكيفت مع ظروف البحر الأحمر الفريدة. تعرض الطوابع الخمسة صوراً تحت الماء تظهر أنواعاً مختلفة من المرجان، من المرجان الدماغي المميز بأنماطه الشبيهة بالمتاهة إلى المرجان الصلب المتفرع والمرجان الناعم الملون. تلتقط عدة طوابع أيضاً العلاقة التكافلية بين المرجان والأسماك الاستوائية، بما في ذلك أنواع الشعاب النابضة بالحياة التي تعتمد على هذه النظم البيئية للمأوى والتغذية. تعكس هذه التحية الطابعية التزام الأردن بحفظ البيئة البحرية والوعي البيئي.
| JS#: | P2011-08.01 |
| SG#: | 2380 |
| SC#: | 2080 |
| Color: | black grey |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
A large brain coral formation with distinctive maze-like ridges and valleys, photographed underwater against a deep blue background. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.02 |
| SG#: | 2381 |
| SC#: | 2081 |
| Color: | black indigo grey |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Coral formations with bright red and orange fish swimming among the reef structures, creating a vibrant underwater ecosystem scene. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.03 |
| SG#: | 2382 |
| SC#: | 2082 |
| Color: | black blue green |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
A cone-shaped coral formation with a honeycomb-like surface pattern, displaying the geometric beauty of hard coral growth. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.04 |
| SG#: | 2383 |
| SC#: | 2083 |
| Color: | indigo light blue |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Layered plate corals with overlapping blue-gray formations, showcasing the intricate architectural structures of reef-building corals. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.05 |
| SG#: | 2384 |
| SC#: | 2084 |
| Color: | grey black indigo |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
A large rounded coral head with folded, lettuce-like formations in green and yellow hues, demonstrating coral diversity. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.SS |
| SG#: | MS2385 |
| SC#: | 2085 |
| Color: | black chocolate sepia |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
A comprehensive underwater reef scene featuring sea anemones with clownfish, surrounded by colorful tropical fish and various coral formations. |
| JS#: | P2011-08.01p |
| SG#: | (2380 proof) |
| SC#: | (2080 proof) |
| Color: | grey black |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
A brain coral formation with maze-like ridges, presented as a proof version with refined text formatting. |
| Notes: | Proof with smaller text |
| JS#: | P2011-08.02p |
| SG#: | (2381 proof) |
| SC#: | (2081 proof) |
| Color: | black indigo grey |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Coral reef ecosystem with tropical fish, shown as a proof version featuring enhanced color contrast and smaller text elements. |
| Notes: | Proof with smaller text |
| JS#: | P2011-08.03p |
| SG#: | (2382 proof) |
| SC#: | (2082 proof) |
| Color: | black blue green |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Honeycomb-patterned coral formation displayed as a proof version with adjusted typography and color balance. |
| Notes: | Proof with smaller text |
| JS#: | P2011-08.04p |
| SG#: | (2383 proof) |
| SC#: | (2083 proof) |
| Color: | light blue indigo |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Overlapping plate corals in blue-gray tones, presented as a proof version with modified design elements. |
| Notes: | Proof with smaller text |
| JS#: | P2011-08.05p |
| SG#: | (2384 proof) |
| SC#: | (2084 proof) |
| Color: | black blue green olive green |
| Perforation : | |
| Issue Date: | 28-Sep-2011 |
| Description: |
Rounded coral formation with folded structures, shown as a proof version featuring refined visual presentation. |
| Notes: | Proof with smaller text |