A black-and-white photograph of an adult seahorse surrounded by two barely-visible juveniles has been named the overall winner of the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 competition, presented by Oceanographic magazine and Blancpain. A Farewell That May Not Be One French photographer Julien Anton captured the image in the shallow, seaweed-filled waters around Moorea, … [Read more...] about The Seahorse Photo That Captured a Silent Farewell — And Won Photography’s Top Ocean Prize
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Six Beluga Whales Relocated From Closed Canadian Marine Park as International Rescue Effort Begins
Six beluga whales have begun a new chapter after being relocated from the closed Marineland marine park in Niagara Falls, Ontario, as part of a long-awaited international rescue operation aimed at improving the welfare of dozens of marine mammals still housed at the former attraction. The complex relocation mission, which began on Monday, saw specially trained veterinary … [Read more...] about Six Beluga Whales Relocated From Closed Canadian Marine Park as International Rescue Effort Begins
A woman went diving while on her period and was bitten by a shark. She wanted photos for social media
A woman's diving trip in the Maldives has sparked widespread debate online after she was bitten by a shark while swimming in waters known for their abundant marine life. According to her account, the incident occurred while she was diving to capture photos and videos for social media. Despite being on her menstrual period, she chose to enter the water, hoping to photograph … [Read more...] about A woman went diving while on her period and was bitten by a shark. She wanted photos for social media
Tourist allegedly abused for throwing rocks at beloved seal receives vile surprise in the mail
A man accused of throwing a rock near an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has said he never intended to harm the animal, as public backlash over the incident continues to intensify. The case gained widespread attention after video footage showed Igor Lytvynchuk throwing a rock in the direction of a Hawaiian monk seal resting along the shoreline. The animal was later identified … [Read more...] about Tourist allegedly abused for throwing rocks at beloved seal receives vile surprise in the mail
Swiss Diver Captures Underwater Oasis at 650ft Rock
Deep in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Mexico's Revillagigedo Islands, lies a submerged marvel that has captivated divers and marine enthusiasts alike. This colossal underwater rock, aptly named "Dirty Rock," rises to an impressive height of 650 feet. While only a small portion of its massive structure is visible from the surface, its submerged depths teem with an … [Read more...] about Swiss Diver Captures Underwater Oasis at 650ft Rock