Underwater Wildlife

Seen from space, oceans cover more than 71% of our surface, a liquid expanse that gives Earth its nickname: the Blue Planet. As the cradle of life, this world is home to an incredibly rich biodiversity, from bustling coral reefs to unique creatures such as nudibranchs and marine mollusks.

With nearly 250,000 recorded marine species — and millions of others likely unknown — the ocean is the true lung of our planet. However, this sanctuary is now threatened by ocean acidification and pollution. To photograph this ‘world of silence’ is to reveal the splendor of a timeless universe, while bearing witness to the vital urgency of protecting the beating heart of our global ecosystem.