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1st place The Ocean Photographer of the Year

Nadia Aly Mexico

23°20'12.7"N 109°53'41.4"W

An aggregation of mobula rays in clear waters off Baja California Sur, Mexico. “Mobula rays are incredibly sensitive to movement and sound,” says photographer Nadia Aly, “so I took this photo while freediving. We found this aggregation at a discreet location in mid-morning and stayed with it for four hours. The sun was shining and the ocean was gifting!”

BEHIND THE LENS

2020 Ocean Photographer of the Year, Nadia Aly

Nadia Aly Canada

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • Camera: Canon 1DX Mark II
  • Nauticam housing
  • Taken while snorkelling
  • Flat conditions, 25 degrees Celsius

Nadia Aly is an award-winning wildlife photographer, with a focus on underwater marine life. Her primary goal is to educate people about the diverse populations of sea creatures that exist in the ocean. She hopes her photography can raise awareness and interest in supporting efforts to conserve the ocean and its inhabitants.

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