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Winners of the United Nations World Ocean Day photo competition
Winners of the United Nations World Ocean Day photo competition
Back story: ‘This photo, taken in Mo’orea, French Polynesia in 2024, captures the eye of a humpback whale named Sweet Girl, just days before her tragic death.
‘Four days after I captured this intimate moment, she was struck and killed by a fast-moving ship. Her death serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the 20,000 whales lost to ship strikes every year.
‘We are using her story to advocate for stronger protections, petitioning for stricter speed laws around Tahiti and Mo’orea during whale season.
‘I hope Sweet Girl’s legacy will spark real change to protect these incredible animals and prevent further senseless loss.’
First Place: Big and Small Faces:
Andrey Nosic (@andreynosik), Russia
