16th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Whale silhouette
I had this shot in mind for a long time but its not often you get to swim under a 45 tonne Whale as she surfaces to breath. This year i was fortunate enough to spend a lot of time in the water with these magnificent animals. When we found this very relaxed mum and calf in shallow water i knew i had a chance to get the shot. I dived down under, holding my breath, waiting for that special moment. As the baby swims back under mum i knew i had the shot.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 08.2017 |
Date Uploaded: | 09.2018 |
Photo Location: | Ha'apai islands, Tonga |
Camera: | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Copyright: | © Grant Thomas |