Ocean Photographer of the Year Highlights Wildlife, World Oceans | Invesloan.com

Mitsuna photographed the ribbonfish during a winter blackwater dive in Osezaki, Japan.

Duarte took the photo in Boa Vista, Cape Verde.

Smaller fish called remoras swam beneath the shark.

Stock’s image collection included one of a green turtle, which she photographed as it approached her camera, curious about its reflection in the dome port.

“With almost 50 people visible in the frame, this image captures the reality behind some popular wildlife encounters: an animal seeking space while people compete for a closer view,” the contest captioned the photo.

Pavy photographed the shark during a population survey, when researchers use laser-calibrated video photogrammetry to track sharks.

The pod of dolphins swam with surfers at Sydney’s Tamarama Beach.

Ruiz photographed a conservationist protecting the eggs from the rising tide in Baja California Sur, Mexico.

Anton’s image also won first place in the Wildlife category.

“My hope is that this image can serve as a bridge between science, conservation, and a world that deserves to know what is at stake,” Anton said in a statement released by the contest.