This closeup photo of a sea turtle captures the beauty of the reptile while also highlighting the vivid blue color of the water it’s swimming in. Photographed by Local Guide Dennis Brock.
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Thank you for such a beautiful shot. I always admire underwater photography. Especially like this one, which its center of interest is obviously exotic.