The Moluccas, an Indonesian archipelago in the Pacific Ocean - Photos from 1990
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On the island of Ternate in the North Moluccas, a fisherman pulls his boat onto Sulamadaha beach. This island is historically known as one of the most important ‘spice islands’ and was once the world's only centre for clove cultivation. – 1990
Here is the fisherman's catch from the previous picture. These are fresh soldierfish (genus Myripristis). They are known for their bright red colour and very large eyes. They are often found in Asian fish markets. – Sulamadaha – Ternate – Moluccas – 1990
Coconut palm on Ternate – Moluccas – 1990
Portrait of a local woman on the island of Ternate – Moluccas – 1990