Underwater Photographer of the Year 2025 winners announced

The Underwater Photographer of the Year 2025 contest saw Spanish photographer Alvaro Herrero win for his touching photo of a mother humpback whale and her calf, taken in French Polynesia. The contest attracted over 6,750 entries from around the world. Other notable winners included Shunsuke Nakano from Japan, who captured a dramatic behavior shot of male sheepshead wrasse fighting, and Abdulaziz Al Saleh from Kuwait, who showcased camels drinking underwater. The awards highlight the beauty and fragility of marine life, emphasizing the importance of ocean conservation.