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Mermaids are real!

Ash Embi

United Kingdom

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This image explores the contrast between the world we know above the surface and the beauty that lies in the dark and unknown world below.

Honorable Mention

People’s Vote Award

Whalesharks are one of the most beautifully intricate and majestic animals in our oceans. They are the largest bony fish that exists in the sea and our actions are killing huge numbers of them for financial gain. This image explores the darkness that surrounds the shark fin trade.

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Nominee

Biggest fish in the sea