22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Harmony in Motion: Brown Surgeonfish Aggregation
During a designated timeframe spanning several weeks each year, the northern Red Sea plays host to a remarkable natural phenomenon – the congregation of numerous brown surgeonfish for their annual reproductive ritual. As the sun gracefully descends, these marine denizens partake in a captivating spawning spectacle, forming small groups that elegantly leap in unison, ultimately culminating in a synchronized release of reproductive material. Immersed in this mesmerizing moment, I used a slow shutter speed to capture the graceful motion of the fish school as I freedived, adding a touch of artistry through motion blur.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 06.2022 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2024 |
Photo Location: | Eilat, Israel |
Camera: | ILCE-7RM3 |
Copyright: | © Tom Shlesinger |