Andy Martin, Pinniped Perfection (ANIMAL & NATURE 2022)

Australia is one of the best places in the world to snorkel with seals and sea lions. They are nicknamed "puppies of the sea" because they are curious and playful - the more you dive and spin, the more interested they become. They also love looking at their reflection in my camera dome. Unfortunately, Australian Sea Lions are classified as endangered on the IUCN red list.

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