23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Hi Turtle
A sea turtle swam straight toward me. It was curious and moved away from its group—about 30 turtles. The splashing water around me, the soft sound of the current, and the turtle's calm breathing created a peaceful tension. As it got closer, I felt a sense of serenity.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Daymaniyat Islands, Oman |
| Camera: | E-M5MarkII |
| Copyright: | © Mirjam Radke |