23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The Long Tail of the Deep
A pair of thresher sharks circles gracefully in the deep waters of Malapascua, their long tails sweeping through the blue. These elusive sharks rise from the darkness at dawn, offering a rare and breathtaking encounter.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 05.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Malapascua Island, Philippines |
| Copyright: | © Zhaoyu Cai |