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Simon Hilbourne

Simon Hilbourne

Solitude

A single reef manta ray cruises over dramatic spur and groove coral reef structures in the Maldives. This photo was taken during a research expedition looking for manta rays in Raa Atoll in the Maldives.

Awards

World Photo Annual

2025

Nominee

Wildlife

Professional

Nominee

Aerial

Professional

Solitude

A single reef manta ray cruises over dramatic spur and groove coral reef structures in the Maldives. This photo was taken during a research expedition looking for manta rays in Raa Atoll in the Maldives.

About Artist

Simon Hilbourne

I'm a marine biologist and underwater photographer focusing on sharks and rays.

Simon Hilbourne

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Nature, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

United Kingdom

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