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Split view of an alien ocean with glowing underwater reef and a giant setting planet at dusk

About this illustration

A serene split-level scene shows clear alien ocean water framing a bioluminescent reef, with a large pale planet hovering above the waves at twilight. This atmospheric illustration works well for science fiction concepts, astronomy content, and fantasy game backgrounds.

Prompt: “alien ocean at dusk with a glowing reef visible through clear water and a giant planet setting, digital art” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.0/10): The image closely matches the brief, has smooth cohesive lighting and composition, with no visible flaws, only minor softness in distant wave details.

Also searched as: glowing coral reef · exoplanet sunset · sci-fi underwater scene · dusk planet landscape

Direct file: 2048×1152 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this alien ocean glowing reef dusk illustration for free, commercially?
Yes. This illustration is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Alien Ocean Glowing Reef Dusk” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/alien-ocean-glowing-reef-dusk-56cd23b4) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
The original is 2048×1152 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its wide shape suits website hero banners, YouTube thumbnails, desktop wallpapers and presentation title slides.
Is this illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “alien ocean at dusk with a glowing reef visible through clear water and a giant planet setting, digital art” and it passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
Where can I find more science images like this?
Browse the Science collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

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