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Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024

Showcasing the world’s finest underwater photography, this year’s winners highlight the ocean’s beauty.


The winning photo was chosen from more than 15,000 entries showcasing the ocean’s wonders, that were submitted by thousands of underwater photographers across all disciplines, including surf and drone.


The first Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition will open at the Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney, on 28 November, followed by several additional venues in early 2025.


Bryde’s whale preparing to consume a heart-shaped baitball
Rafael Fernández Caballero - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Taking The Bait: The overall winner of Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024 shows a rare Bryde’s whale preparing to consume a heart-shaped baitball.

 

A northern gannet dives into the water to catch its prey
Jade Hoksbergen - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Deep Dive: In second place, a northern gannet - one of the largest seabirds in British waters - dives into the water to catch its prey.

 

A green sea turtle being released into the ocean by a researcher
Shane Gross - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Happy Turtle: First place Conservation (Hope) category, a green sea turtle being released into the ocean by a researcher.

 

A scuba diver is dwarfed by a shipwreck
Tobias Friedrich - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Shipwrecked: Winner of the Adventure category, a scuba diver is dwarfed by a shipwreck.

 

Juvenile Munk’s devil rays
Henley Spiers - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Devil Rays: Winner Fine Art category, Juvenile Munk’s devil rays are attracted to a green light, seemingly flying through the water.

 

close-up shot of a nurse shark’s eye
Julien Anton - Ocean Photographer Of The Year 2024

Keep One Eye Open: Second Place Fine Art category, a close-up shot of a nurse shark’s eye.


You can see all the winners here


 
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