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Finalist Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Merche Llobera Costa Rica

8°40'18.1"N 83°56'35.9"W

"Meeting this super pod of spinner dolphins was one of the most special encounters I have ever had," says Llobera. "Before getting in the water they were delighting us on the surface with their acrobatic jumps. In the water, I was enthralled by their energetic and playful presence. It fills the image with vitality and joy. I hope that in the near future, this will be the only way to see dolphins - wild and free."

BEHIND THE LENS

Ocean Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023, ML

Merche Llobera Spain

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ABOUT THE IMAGE

  • No swell
  • Site accessed by boat
  • Taken while freediving
  • Midday shoot

MORE IMAGES BY Merche Llobera

Female Fifty FathomsAward

2023 Costa Rica

Female Fifty Fathoms Award 2023, Merche Llobera

Fine ArtPhotographer of the Year

2023 Costa Rica

Ocean Fine Art Photographer of the Year 2023, ML

Conservation (Hope)Photographer of the Year

2023 Baja California Sur, Mexico

Ocean Conservation Photographer of the Year (Hope) 2023, ML

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