Orca Behind Coral in Bali Tropical Shallows in beneath a reef ledge in tropical shallows near Denpasar

Orca Behind Coral in Bali Tropical Shallows

by Ivan O'Brien

Vibrant turquoise water fills the frame where a massive orca swims beneath a reef ledge in the tropical shallows near Denpasar. The whale's sleek black and white flank dominates the foreground, viewed from behind as it glides past a coral head glowing with lantern-like orange and yellow hues. Late afternoon sunlight penetrates the surface, filtering through a wet season haze of suspended plankton that softens the distant reef edge into a dreamy blur. The water holds a quiet, suspended stillness, creating an otherworldly blue atmosphere where the whale's smooth skin contrasts with the rough, textured coral formations. One ray of light catches the curve of the dorsal fin, highlighting the wet sheen against the deep blue backdrop.

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orca underwater photography Bali coral reef tropical ocean marine life Denpasar whale
Camera Olympus OM-D E-M5*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Olympus OM-D E-M5 photos, grab one online.
Lens 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
Focal Length 40mm
Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 1/125
ISO 1600
Film processed with film emulation preset
Location beneath a reef ledge in tropical shallows near Denpasar
Date 2013-11-07
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 8.7004, 115.1564
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