22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Underwater wonder
With the rising sea water temperature this year, coral bleaching has become a serious problem. In this photo the normally brownish color anemone has turned completely white, with purple tips at its tentacles, making it look surreal. This photo was taken during a dive at Perhentian Island, Malaysia.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 12.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2024 |
| Photo Location: | Perhentian Island, Malaysia |
| Camera: | DSC-RX100M2 |
| Copyright: | © CW Ye |