Richard Smith is a marine biologist, freelance underwater photographer and writer.  He has recently completed his PhD on the biology of pygmy seahorses, focusing on their conservation and behaviour.  He combines an in-depth academic knowledge with a unique portfolio of images to communicate marine conservation to a wider audience.  www.OceanRealmImages.com

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