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How wildlife photographer Chris Fallows captures the natural world

How wildlife photographer Chris Fallows captures the natural world

Summary

Wildlife photographer Chris Fallows is known for capturing stunning images of great white sharks breaching in False Bay, South Africa. Around 10 years ago, the number of these sharks suddenly dropped, which affected both the ecosystem and tourism. Fallows now works to document and protect wildlife, sharing his experiences and remarkable photos.

Key Facts

  • Chris Fallows is a wildlife photographer based in Cape Town, South Africa.
  • He photographed great white sharks breaching near Seal Island, capturing dramatic moments of them jumping out of the water.
  • About 10 years ago, the population of great white sharks in False Bay decreased significantly.
  • Scientists and conservationists do not agree on the exact reasons for the shark decline.
  • The decrease in sharks led to fewer tourists visiting the area.
  • Fallows' famous photo "Air Jaws" shows a great white shark with its mouth open mid-breach.
  • Fallows often dives without a protective cage to photograph sharks, relying on his wife Monique for safety support.
  • He aims to educate people about the real behavior of great white sharks, which are often misunderstood.
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