Signature Traits: Contributors' Picks

Photo by Gary Rose: Great hammerhead shark (previous page), Bimini, Bahama Islands. The shape of the cephalofoil (head) and the huge dorsal fin are quick identifiers. Gear: Nikon D500 camera, Tokina 10-17mm lens at 17mm, Nauticam housing, Inon Z-330 strobes. Exposure: ISO 400, f/11, 1/125s.

We asked our contributors to share their favorite underwater images that showcase the distinctive features of various underwater creatures, and they returned with a broad selection of macro and wide-angle shots featuring a variety of marine life, from majestic sharks and sea turtles to tiny nudibranchs and crustaceans.