The 2025 REEF Discover the Sea Underwater Photography Contest is coming soon! Starting September 1, all photographers, regardless of skill level or experience, are invited to submit their best ocean-themed photos for this year's contest. Be on the lookout for our new comedy category which is sure to give you a laugh!
Photo submission categories include:
• Fish Portrait: Portrait shots of fish only; may include the fish's whole body or be framed around the head only
• Macro: Close-up shots that make the subject appear "larger than life"
• Invertebrates: Photos featuring ocean life with no spine
• Comedy: photos may include your best comedic photos, from weird faces, the worst photo bombs, to hilarious mishaps.
• Habitat/Seascape/Environment: Photos of an ocean environment or seascape. They do not have to be underwater but must be marine-focused, such as over/under shots, mangroves, or topside water shots.
Be sure to save the date and keep an eye on your inbox and our social media channels for more info, and check out www.REEF.org/photocontest to see last year's winning photos.
Photo Credit: "Grabby” photographed by Aiden Conners in Vancouver Island, Canada.