Name: Filippo Borghi
Picture title: The Birth
Category: Underwater
Nationality: Italian
Occupation: Physiotherapist

Filippo says:
‘The result of this image comes from over three years of commitment in trying to capture the moment of the birth of a Mediterranean catfish. During this long period I tried every year to follow the development of the eggs up to the final birth. Every year I arrived too early or too late, despite searching in different areas and depths around Giglio Island, Italy. Finally my perseverance paid off and I captured this absolutely unique moment.’

Technical information:
Nikon D800E
Nikon 10.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye
ISO 250
1/100sec at f/13
Post processing: Basic adjustments in Photoshop

Instagram: filippoborghi5