STUART BELL, APEX ANGLER (ANIMAL & NATURE 2025)

An Eastern Osprey thunders from the heavens and through the ocean’s surface in pursuit of its prey. Regaining its bearings and now the frantic life and death struggle unfolds as predator and prey fight for their very existence. In the end, it was no contest. This magnificent raptor’s greatest challenge lay in the enormity of its catch where after a few intense minutes, finally it triumphs in securing its meal. Port Hedland, WA.

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