Held from April 30 to June 8, 2021, the United Nations Photo Contest focused on the theme "The Ocean: Life and Livelihood." Photographers could submit their best work through 6 different categories. The jury composed of aquatic biologists, photo journalists, documentary filmmakers, photographers, and producers/filmmakers selected the best entries that corresponded to the theme.
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Finalists
Special mention
Seascapes from the sky
Finalists
Digital art from the ocean
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Faces of the sea
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Oceanic discoveries
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Underwater landscapes
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