Daniel Sly, The Sponge Inspector (ANIMALS 2025)

In black and white, the delicate spotted pattern of a pygmy leatherjacket stands out against the textured surface of the honeycomb sponge. The soft, porous details of the sponge create a striking contrast with the leatherjacket’s speckled skin, emphasising the unique interplay of textures and shapes in this underwater scene.

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