Photos from the Ocean Photographer of the Year awards show the beauty and fragility of underwater wildlife

• The Ocean Photographer of the Year contest announced the finalists in its 2024 competition.
• Photos show underwater wildlife including sea turtles, sharks, whales, and coral reefs.
• The winners of the contest will be announced on September 12.

Presented by Oceanographic Magazine and Blancpain Ocean Commitment, the Ocean Photographer of the Year contest celebrates the beauty of the world's oceans and highlights the fragility of underwater wildlife.

Finalists in the contest were chosen in eight categories: Young Photographer, Wildlife, Portfolio, Human Connection, Fine Art, Conservation—Impact, Conservation—Hope, and Adventure.