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Finalist Conservation (Impact) Photographer of the Year

Rafael Fernandez Caballero Spain

35°57'00.0"N 5°36'00.0"W

"It was a very sad moment when we saw this sperm whale entangled by a ghost net," says photographer Rafael Fernandez Caballero. "The whale was trying to breath, struggling. When I approached, to see if there was anything I could do to help, the whale dived and disappeared out of sight. Strong winds and waves forced us to return to shore. The whale wasn't seen again, despite a lot of people and authorities looking for it."

BEHIND THE LENS

Ocean Conservation (Impact) Photographer of the Year 2022, RF2

Rafael Fernandez Caballero Spain

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • Windy conditions
  • Taken while snorkelling
  • Site accessed by boat
  • Taken under permit

MORE IMAGES BY Rafael Fernandez Caballero

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