1st Place Cold Water
Alessandro Giannaccini
“Lunch Time“
Alessandro Giannaccini won an 8 night all-inclusive dive package for two
with Magic Oceans Dive Resort!
The Story:
In the photo, an Italian green frog is seen devouring an insect, specifically a scolopendra. This remarkable moment occurred during lunchtime at Porta Lake, a protected natural area—a muddy swamp teeming with aquatic plants, insects, and amphibians located in Tuscany, Italy. I couldn’t believe my eyes as I witnessed this unique and swift scene unfold. The entire sequence lasted only a few seconds. In an instant, the frog skillfully captured and consumed the scolopendra, resulting in a sophisticated yet fortuitous photograph!
Location:
Porta Lake, Tuscany, Italy
Equipment Used:
- Camera: Nikon D850
- Housing: Isotta Nikon D850 Underwater Housing
- Lens: Nikon 8-15mm NIKKOR Lens
- Lights/Strobes: Dual Subtronic Alfa Pro
Camera Settings:
- Aperture: F29
- Shutter Speed: 1/320 sec
- ISO: 100
