Before the Battle
Two male white-eyed moray eels face off over a female. The yellow eel bears scars around its mouth, likely from past fights. Their tense standoff continues until a fierce battle finally erupts.
Before the Battle
Two male white-eyed moray eels face off over a female. The yellow eel bears scars around its mouth, likely from past fights. Their tense standoff continues until a fierce battle finally erupts.
Awards
Photographer of the Year Contest
2026Honorable Mentions
Underwater
Non Professional
Before the Battle
Two male white-eyed moray eels face off over a female. The yellow eel bears scars around its mouth, likely from past fights. Their tense standoff continues until a fierce battle finally erupts.
About Artist
Akinori Kojima
I’m an amateur underwater photographer based in Japan. I dive at various locations across Japan and occasionally travel to other countries, particularly in Asia, to explore different underwater environments. My main photographic interest is documenting the natural behavior and ecology of fish found in Japanese waters. I especially enjoy capturing unique moments that reveal the fascinating lives of marine creatures.
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