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	Walking Octopus - Gili islands, Indonesia NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests At the beginning of this year, my now-wife and I spent a week diving around the Gili islands and met this super friendly octopus while exploring a dive site famous for its resident turtles. The octopus was literally walking among the sleeping turtles stealing the show. Although the conditions were far from ideal when it comes to visibility I still managed to get an awesome close-up. , 2023-09-30, Views: 264
	Floating Turtle - Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests Nusa Lembongan´s crystal-clear waters provide an ideal habitat for green turtles. Observing these animals in their natural environment is not only awe-inspiring but also serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting and preserving our marine ecosystems. , 2023-09-30, Views: 236
	Blue Shark - Azores, Portugal NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests A curious blue shark gracefully passing by in the exceptionally clear and blue waters off the Azores, on a sunny September day. I like this photo, as it emphasises the torpedo-like shape of this species. , 2023-09-30, Views: 240
	Oceanic Blacktip - Aliwal Shoal, South Africa NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests An Oceanic Blacktip Shark photographed in South Africa, near Aliwal Shoal. I spent a week here last year perfecting the technique to photograph these not-so pelagic species. Sadly, fishing is permitted in the area and it was very disappointing to see that almost every second shark had some sort of jaw deformation caused by local fishing hooks. , 2023-09-30, Views: 263
	Whale Shark - Azores, Portugal NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests Last year, I finally made it to the Azores. On a perfect, sunny day we made a trip to Princess Alice Bank, which is about a 4-hour boat ride from Pico island - and a well-known spot to dive with resident Mobula rays. During our second dive, this huge whale shark surprised us with a visit - it was my first whale shark encounter and I was blown away by it’s size. I was in so much awe, I almost forgot to take pictures. , 2023-09-30, Views: 239
	Morning Rush - Similan Islands National Park, Thailand NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests The photo was taken during an early morning dive where every creature on the reef seemed to be busy doing their morning chores. I love the first sun rays of the day shining trough the crushing waves in the background. , 2023-09-30, Views: 239
	Daytime Traffic - Richelieu Rock, Thailand NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests Richelieu Rock is a large rocky pinnacle about 10km east of Surin islands known for its colourful and large variety of marine life: vibrant corals, swaying sea fans, and bustling marine activity. A reminder of how a healthy ecosystem should look. , 2023-09-30, Views: 257
	Million Lives - Similan Islands National Park, Thailand NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests A healthy underwater scene from The Similan Islands. A dive site that is widely recognised as one of the most diverse and spectacular diving destinations in the world. As reflected in the photo, its underwater ecosystem is teeming with an incredible abundance of marine life. , 2023-09-30, Views: 215
	Scalloped Hammerhead Shark (Sphyrna lewini) NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests This picture was taken just a few days ago near Mikomoto island, Japan. We saw this individual shark at around 34 meters, but due to very strong current and less than ideal visibility this was the best picture I could take. , 2023-09-29, Views: 232
	Tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) NOHMALVAF 2023 Picture of the Month contests Fuvahmulah, Maldives , 2023-09-29, Views: 259