Winners of Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026
The Atlantic showcases the winning entries from the 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition. The collection features diverse marine life and human interactions with the ocean, captured by photographers worldwide.
Why it matters
These images serve as a visual record of marine biodiversity and environmental conservation, raising awareness about the state of the world's oceans.
Images from this year’s Ocean Photographer of the Year competition, presented by Oceanographic Magazine and Blancpain, featuring some of the best coastal, drone, and underwater photographs selected from more than 15,000 entries
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