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Blackspotted stingray (Taeniurops meyeni) with a remora (Echeneis naucrates) attached to its belly swimming in the open water with a diver in the background. Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) adult male surfacing at dusk surrounded by birds, who watch for herrings (Clupea harengus) left after they have fed, Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) with mouth open, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Detail of small waves on the eastern Atlantic. Isle of Coll, Scotland, October 2012

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) in the surf, Black Beach, Floreana Island, Galapagos

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) in water, Puerto Egas, Santiago Island, Galapagos

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) sitting on Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapgos

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) swims over a coral reef. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

A wide angle macro view of a Veined octopus ( Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching out from its protective den in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Oceanic manta (Mobula birostris). Cousins Rock, San Salvador Island, Santiago Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Galapagos barnacle blenny (Acanthemblemaria castroi) looking out from its home in an old barnacle shell. Cape Marshall, Isabela Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae), mother and calf swimming just below surface in front of the West Maui Mountains. South of Lahaina, West Maui, Hawaii

Wire coral colonies (Cirrhipathes spiralis), two spirals. Reef in Komodo area, Indonesia

Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii), pair tending to egg mass placed beside the protection of an anemone. Yap, Micronesia

Black skimmer (Rynchops niger) foraging along surf line. Tierra Verde, Florida, USA

Tourist touching Grey whale (Eschrichtius robustus) calf, San Ignacio Lagoon, El Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve, Baja California, Mexico, February

RF- Domestic pig (Sus domestica) swimming in sea. Exuma Cays, Bahamas. Tropical West Atlantic Ocean. This family of pigs live on this beach in the Bahamas and enjoy swimming in the sea

Black Bream (Spondyliosoma cantharus) washed up on shore, Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Short snouted seahorse juvenile (Hippocampus hippocampus) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Marbled swimming crab (Liocarcinus marmoreus) Jersey, British Channel Islands, June

Nudibranch (Dendrodoris limbata) Jersey, British Channel Islands, June

Queen scallop (Aequipecten opercularis) Isle of Man, July

Nudibranchs mating (Polycera faeroensis) Sark, British Channel Islands, July

Nudibranch (Dendronotus frondosus) Isle of Man, July

Nursehound (Scyliorhinus stellaris) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Ling (Molva molva) St Abbs Voluntary Marine Reserve, Scotland (North Sea)

Jewel anemones (Corynactis viridis) Guillaumesse, Sark, British Channel Islands

Eggs of Common whelk (Buccinum undatum) on seaweed washed up on beach, Sark, British Channel Islands

Pennants Topshell (Gibbula pennanti) and Purple Topshell (Gibbula umbilicalis) sea shells on beach, showing difference between species, sea shells on beach, Sark, British Channel Islands

Small-eyed Ray (Raja microocellata) on sea floor, Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Common Hermit Crab (Pagurus bernhardus) Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

Hairy Crab (Pilumnus hirtellus) on seaweed on the beach, Sark, British Channel Islands

Eggs of Long-spined sea scorpion (Taurulus bubalis) on sea shore, possibly being predated by Painted Topshell, Guernsey, British Channel Islands

RF - Polyps on gorgonian fan coral. West Papua, Indonesia

Variegated feather duster (Bispira variegata) Sabellidae. Puerto Galera, Philippines

RF - Orange skunk clownfish (Amphiprion sandaracinos) in anemone, Puerto Galera, Philippines

Magnificent feather duster worm (Protula magnifica) Puerto Galera, Philippines

Polyps on gorgonian fan coral. West Papua, Indonesia

Big-eye or Goggle-eye (Priacanthus hamrur) and Crown squirrelfish (Sargocentron diadema) on wreck colonised by corals, Red Sea, Egypt. January

Kaleidoscopic image of coral reef with Red sea whips (Ellisella ceratophyta). Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of gorgonian coral. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas] swimming in open ocean, Andaman Sea, Thailand. April

Kaleidoscopic image of coral reef with soft corals (Dendropnethya) shoal of Yellow back fusilliers (Caesio teres) West Papua, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of corals (Dendronephthya sp) Egypt, Red Sea

Crinoid (Crinoidea) on artificial reef. Mabul, Malaysia

Acoel flatworms (Waminoa sp. ) on coral. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Acoel flatworms (Waminoa sp.) on coral. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

RF - Coral reef with Soft corals (Dendronephthya sp) and fish, West Papua, Indonesia

Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp. ) Lembeh Strait
Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp.) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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"Captivating Saltwater Wonders: A Glimpse into the Enchanting Marine Realm" Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of saltwater, where nature's marvels unfold beneath the shimmering waves. In this captivating photo, two little blue penguins stand proudly on rocks, their silhouettes illuminated by Melbourne city lights. As winners of the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021, this enchanting scene symbolizes the delicate balance between urban life and marine habitats. Venturing further into the tempestuous seas, we witness Storm Ruth unleashing its fury upon d'Ar-Men lighthouse at Ile de Sein in Armorique. The relentless waves crash against its sturdy walls, a testament to human resilience amidst nature's wrath. Amidst these tumultuous waters lies a heartwarming sight – an Alaskan sea otter mother tenderly carrying her young pup through icy Alaskan waters. Their bond exemplifies maternal love and protection in one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. Moving towards warmer shores, we encounter a majestic dugong gracefully feeding on a seagrass meadow. This gentle giant reminds us of the importance of preserving fragile ecosystems that sustain countless marine species. The ocean holds many secrets, including encounters with magnificent killer whales or orcas gliding effortlessly through Arctic waters. These intelligent creatures inspire awe and remind us of our responsibility to safeguard their habitat for generations to come. Delving deeper into mysterious depths reveals an astonishing sight – a Greenland shark adorned with parasitic copepods clinging to its body. This symbiotic relationship highlights nature's intricate interconnectedness even in seemingly harsh conditions. Above water once again, northern gannets dive fearlessly from great heights into Scottish seas below as they hunt for fish. Their precision and agility showcase nature's remarkable adaptations for survival. In Monterey Bay, USA, another heartwarming moment unfolds as a sea otter mother carries her young pup, barely three weeks old.