“The End Of A Baitball.” Bait balls of sardines bring in a range of predators, however the primary stars of the program were the Bryde’s whales. They patrolled the waters, looking for bait balls to get their tummies loaded with numerous kgs of fish. © Rafael Fernandez Caballero/UPY 2024
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Dive into the interests of our huge oceans, caught in spectacular information by professional photographers.
Alex Dawson of Sweden swam away with the leading honor at the 2024 Underwater Photographer of the Year competitors for a spooky image entitled “Whale Bones.” Professional photographers from all over the world sent 6,500 undersea photos, however it was Dawson’s fascinating image that won over the judges.
“Whale Bones was photographed in the most difficult conditions,” kept in mind Alex Mustard, chair of evaluating panel. “As a breath-hold scuba diver comes down listed below the Greenland ice sheet to attest to the carcasses. The structure welcomes us to consider our influence on the terrific animals of this world.”
Other significant images from this year’s contest consist of a shark displaying its toothy smile, an amazing lionfish out for a swim, and a whale opening its mouth large for a sardine treat.
“Whale Bones”
In eastern Greenland the regional hunters bring their catch and share it amongst each other. From a steady population of over 100,000 minke whales in the North Atlantic the hunters of Tasiilaq usually take less than a lots. The whale is brought up on the beach throughout high tide and lots of households collect to cut the skin, blubber and the meat off at low tide. Practically all the whale is taken in, nevertheless the skeleton is drawn back into the sea by the next high tide and the remains can be discovered in shallow waters where different marine invertebrates and fish select the bones tidy. Picture: © Alex Dawson/UPY 2024
“Twilight smile”
In 2011, the Bahamas stated its waters a “shark sanctuary”. Off the island of Grand Bahama, I experienced a number of extraordinary encounters. At sunset, a number of lots lemon sharks increase from the depths and surround the dive boat. Set down on the swim-step with my body half-submerged, I set out to take split shots. On this day the sea was rough, it was nearly dark, and the sharks were vibrant and extremely curious, not being reluctant to come into contact with my real estate! In these light conditions, I changed my strobes with 2 headlamps to guarantee constant light. I utilized the burst mode combined with a quick shutter speed to much better freeze the motion. With a great deal of persistence and luck, I had the ability to catch some extremely close-up shots, and highlight the stunning colours of the sundown. A striking in person encounter! Image: © Rodolphe Guignard/UPY 2024
“Bottled Blenny”
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