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The big boss of the ocean is a dolphin not a shark. In the Galapagos islands, orca pods enjoy a varied diet ranging from turtles to rays and, in this case, a sunfish. My heart skipped a beat as the killer whale rose up from the depths, balancing a m
These small sharks are also referred to as ‘dogfish’ and were historically despised by fishermen. The sharks were accused of ruining catches and fishing gear, and to kill a catshark was seen by some as a form of pest removal. Today, far f
It is a rare and amazing opportunity to be SiR for @oceanographic_mag, one I have cherished. I’ve never had a year where so much of my time could be dedicated to pure storytelling. In my experience, commissioned assignments are few and far bet
The largest animal migration on earth takes place every night in our ocean. Marine life often uses the depth of the open seas as a nursery area, one where chances of survival are increased. Living almost entirely in the dark, this post-larval wunderp
Night Riders | Munk's devil rays, the smallest mobula species, swoop in as a squadron as they vacuum up plankton. A mesmerising midnight sight from the Sea of Cortez. In a period where the sea is clear and plankton levels low, we become accomplices w
This sea scorpion has been awarded in the newly released results for the Underwater Photographer of the Year. Shot in the waters of Shetland that I have become extremely fond of - it displays the bursts of colour to be found in British waters. It's a
Love Bite? Nope, far from affection, this is a bite not a kiss. Two male tompot blennies fighting for territorial mating rights in just a few metres of water under Swanage pier in Dorset, UK. I captured this moment 7 years ago during one of my first
Parental care ends early for most fish as they are released alone into the open ocean. Marine life is spread over such vast areas here that it can feel like a solitary existence, but with the ever present threat of danger for a vulnerable young fish.
Playfulness is a vital part of a young sea lion's upbringing, a joyful way to train themselves in the skills and strengths needed for adult life. At times, their play takes a turn for the wicked, coming at the expense of other animals. On this occasi
My first encounter with a basking shark came as a very pleasant surprise whilst shooting in Shetland for a story on protecting Scottish seas. What I remember most vividly are its massive nose and prehistoric appearance... The endangered giant lived
I can't lie, it is harder to create beautiful pictures of underwater life in British waters. There is less diversity of life than in warmer regions. The weather is unpredictable. The visibility is typically measured in single digits. The water is col
Back in October, the British underwater photographer Henley Spiers stepped up at the last minute to give the keynote address to the annual festival run by the German Society of Nature Photographers. The advertised speaker, an Oscar- nominated filmmak