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Finalist Conservation (Impact) Photographer of the Year

Joao Rodrigues Portugal

37° 1'9.40"N 7°44'14.37"W

A pregnant stingray is trapped in an aquaculture frame. “Currently, about 40% of the world's fish is caught accidentally and is dead or dying when returned to the sea. There is an urgent need to implement methods that significantly reduce bycatch,” explains Rodrigues. “For fishing to be sustainable, it is not enough to safeguard the stock of a certain species. It is equally important to think of all those that will be sacrificed in vain. Fortunately, this trapped stingray survived. After a successful rescue carried out by the tuna farm divers, she swam away to give her one more day of hope.”

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Ocean Conservation (Impact) Photographer of the Year 2024, JOAROD3

Joao Rodrigues Portugal

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • Water temperature of 13 degrees Celsius
  • Site accessed with fishing boat
  • Taken while scuba diving
  • Mid-morning

IMAGES BY Joao Rodrigues

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