Is your waterproof camera the first thing you pack on a seaside adventure? We've got a few tips to keep your underwater photography safe and sustainable for the wildlife you're capturing on film:
Look, don't touch: The shells, starfish or other sea life you find beneath the waves may be beautiful (and holding them in your hands is very insta-aesthetic-worthy). But the ocean is a delicate ecosystem, so introducing your bacteria and disrupting the natural habitats of these creates can do a lot of harm. That includes standing on reefs or moving plants to get your shot.
Keep flash to a minimum: Harsh lights can often disrupt marine life and cause harm (they are used to living under the ocean with only filtered light, after all). Keep in mind that what may seem harmless to you can cause serious repercussions, and no photo is worth that.
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