Time to Prey

This picture is likely to evoke anxiety in those who suffer from a fear of the ocean or its inhabitants. It reveals how nature thrives beneath the seemingly calm blue waters. Despite its massive size, this animal, a humpback whale, is not as terrifying as other sea creatures.

Often misunderstood, humpback whales are less harmful than sharks. Although they are vocal mammals and can be quite loud—said to be louder than a jet engine—they tend to follow people out of curiosity. So while this picture may seem daunting at first glance, it actually depicts a magnificent and harmless creature, except when disturbed.

Heart-in-Mouth Experience

Brian Mosby, a fearless adventurer, has attempted the daring feat of walking a tightrope across Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, a feat only accomplished by one other person, daredevil Felix Baumgartner.

To ensure the statue’s protection, Baumgartner had to take special precautions, including using a special rope that would not damage the fragile stone. He completed the walk in just four minutes, using a balancing pole to maintain his equilibrium. The Guardian reports that Baumgartner was mentally and physically prepared for this challenging feat, and with a similarly intrepid spirit, Mosby’s walk across the statue symbolizes the bravery and audacity of adventure seekers.

Algae Taking Over?

This award-winning image was captured by Vietnamese photographer Trung Pham to showcase the reality of the fishing industry, which is crucial to Vietnam’s economy. At first glance, it appears to be vibrant algae or jellyfish, but in reality, it’s just a fishing net being tossed by a local fisherman from his boat.

Vietnam is surrounded by water, hence why it relies heavily on fishing as a primary source of income, with the most commonly found fish being the Pangasius catfish, or “basa.” The photo ranked second in the 2018 Dronestagram International Drone Photography Contest, and we are left to wonder what catch this fisherman had with such a gigantic net.