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Vulnerable Species Collection (page 7)

In a world filled with breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife, there exists a delicate balance that is constantly under threat

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A West Indian Manatee in the shallow freshwater of Fannie Springs, Florida

A West Indian Manatee in the shallow freshwater of Fannie Springs, Florida
A West Indian Manatee surfacing in the shallow clear freshwaters of Fanning Springs, a state park in northeast Florida

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Large whale shark swimming near the surface with sunlight above

Large whale shark swimming near the surface with sunlight above, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Large school of bumphead parrotfish, Bali, Indonesia

Large school of bumphead parrotfish, Bali, Indonesia
Large school of bumphead parrotfish (Bolbometopon muricatum), found around the Liberty Wreck, Bali, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Whale shark with head reflected on surface

Whale shark with head reflected on surface
Whale shark swimming under the surface, its head reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A Blue Marlin bursts from the ocean surface in a grand leap

A Blue Marlin bursts from the ocean surface in a grand leap
The Blue Marlin is a beautiful predatory fish much sought after by sport fishermen

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Large whale shark coming up to siphon water from fishing nets

Large whale shark coming up to siphon water from fishing nets, with its mouth reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A whale shark with mouth wide open swimming underneath a bagan

A whale shark with mouth wide open swimming underneath a bagan, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Sand Tiger Shark on wreck of USCG Cutter Spar

Sand Tiger Shark on wreck of USCG Cutter Spar, part of the artificial reef program in North Carolina

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Bumphead parrotfish, Sabah, Malaysia

Bumphead parrotfish, Sabah, Malaysia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Sand Tiger Shark swimming in blue water off coast of North Carolina

Sand Tiger Shark swimming in blue water off coast of North Carolina

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A manatee chews on a dock rope in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

A manatee chews on a dock rope in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A manatee chews on a dock rope while just under the surface of the clear freshwaters of Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Massive whale shark with golden trevally and remora in tow

Massive whale shark with golden trevally and remora in tow
Massive whale shark coming through with golden trevally leading the way and with remora in tow, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Close-up view of a whale shark breaching the surface

Close-up view of a whale shark breaching the surface, gulping water under fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Two sleek Blue Marlins swim close to a school of fish

Two sleek Blue Marlins swim close to a school of fish near some ocean ruins

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A beautiful blue marlin bursts through a wave in a spectacular jump

A beautiful blue marlin bursts through a wave in a spectacular jump

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A school of Ayu fish try to escape from three carnivorous Blue Marlins

A school of Ayu fish try to escape from three carnivorous Blue Marlins
A school of ocean Ayu fish try to escape from three carnivorous Blue Marlin fish

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Manta Ray off coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Manta Ray off coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Sand Tiger Shark off the coast of North Carolina

Sand Tiger Shark off the coast of North Carolina

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A manatee gnawing on the dock line at Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

A manatee gnawing on the dock line at Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A manatee gnawing on the dock line for reasons unknown at Fanning Springs State Park in Fanning Springs, Florida

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A Blue Marlin flashes its iridescent colors as it bursts from the ocean

A Blue Marlin flashes its iridescent colors as it bursts from the ocean
A spectacular Blue Marlin flashes its iridescent colors as it bursts from the ocean

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: An iridescent Blue Marlin bursts from ocean waters

An iridescent Blue Marlin bursts from ocean waters with marvelous energy

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: A mother sperm whale with calf is visited by an interested male

A mother sperm whale with calf is visited by an interested male

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Snorkeler swimming with a whale shark

Snorkeler swimming with a whale shark, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Whale shark coming up from the depths under the boat with mouth wide open

Whale shark coming up from the depths under the boat with mouth wide open
Whale shark coming up from the depths under the boat, mouth wide open, with sharp sunrays cutting through the water

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Whale Shark feeding off coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Whale Shark feeding off coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, with snorkeler in background

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Whale Shark feeding under fishing platform, West Papua

Whale Shark feeding under fishing platform, West Papua
A whale shark (Rhincodon typus), near the surface as the evening sun descends, sending shafts of light over the shark, Cenderawasih Bay, Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Pair of whale sharks swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against the sun

Pair of whale sharks swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against the sun
Pair of whale sharks swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sun, sky and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Whale shark passing overhead near the surface, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Whale shark passing overhead near the surface, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Small fish accompany a blue marlin in an ocean world habitat

Small fish accompany a blue marlin in an ocean world habitat

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Three sailfish hunt for their prey

Three sailfish hunt for their prey

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Blue Marlin

Blue Marlin
The Blue Marlin is a popular big game fish for fishermen and inhabits oceans throughout the world

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Lion (Panthera leo), Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Lion (Panthera leo), Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus), cub, side view

Spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus), cub, side view

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Galapagos Hawk (Buteo galapagoensis) Punta Cevallos, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Hawk (Buteo galapagoensis) Punta Cevallos, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.This is one of the worlds rarest raptors with around 800 individuals living around the islands

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Humphead wrasse head detail, Cheilinus undulatus, vulnerable species found in the Indo-Pacific

Humphead wrasse head detail, Cheilinus undulatus, vulnerable species found in the Indo-Pacific Oceans; photo taken in
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Background imageVulnerable Species Collection: Palawan Peacock-Pheasant - Male, Palawan, Philippines, endemic to Palawan I. Philippines JPF37128

Palawan Peacock-Pheasant - Male, Palawan, Philippines, endemic to Palawan I. Philippines JPF37128
JPF-13445 Palawan Peacock-Pheasant - Male endemic to Palawan I. Philippines Polyplectron emphanum Vulnerable species Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only



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In a world filled with breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife, there exists a delicate balance that is constantly under threat. These captivating images capture the essence of vulnerable species, reminding us of their fragile existence. A sperm whale family gracefully glides through the deep blue ocean, their immense size contrasting with their vulnerability to human activities. In the vast plains of Masai Mara, a cheetah dashes across the savannah, its speed unmatched but its future uncertain. The giant manta ray majestically soars through the crystal-clear waters surrounding San Benedicto Island. Its sheer size and grace are awe-inspiring, yet this gentle creature faces numerous threats to its survival. Lion cubs playfully wrestle in Masai-Mara Game Reserve, showcasing innocence amidst an uncertain fate. The Sunda clouded leopard prowls silently through Deramakot Forest Reserve at nightfall – an elusive predator facing habitat loss and poaching. An American crocodile rests peacefully in shallow water; however, it too falls victim to habitat destruction and illegal hunting. The Victoria crowned pigeon gazes into our souls from captivity - a reminder that even within controlled environments these magnificent creatures remain endangered. Cheetah cubs frolic in Kenya's Masai-Mara Game Reserve at just six months old – adorable symbols of hope for their species' survival. Deep within Kambui Hills lies the yellow-headed Picathartes or white-necked rockfowl - an avian wonder endemic to Africa threatened by deforestation. A lion cub finds solace in playing with its mother's tail while growing up surrounded by uncertainty in Masai-Mara Game Reserve. And finally, we encounter the Philippine eagle owl captive yet emblematic of conservation efforts required for endemic species found only on these islands. These glimpses into nature's wonders serve as reminders that we hold both power and responsibility over Earth's most vulnerable inhabitants, and is our duty to protect them from the threats they face, ensuring their survival for generations to come.