21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Dolphin formation

A pod of spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) swimming in formation in the crystal clear water and sparkling light of Indian Ocean. When dolphins are together, it is easier for them to survive if they cooperate with each other, either through communication or intimidating the predator. Dolphins depend on this interaction for hunting, mating and defending themselves.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Maldives
Camera: ILCE-7RM5
Copyright: © Thien Nguyen Ngoc