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