No matter where in the world you look, there are places throughout our globe that showcase the beauty, power and wonder of our ocean and its majestic creatures like no other. Our blue planet is home to an unbelievably diverse list of creatures of all colors, forms and sizes, and the ability that our natural world has to inspire is truly remarkable. Today, we want to share with you just a few photos that are evidence of the magic that graces our seas and shores, both on Earth Day and every day. Dive in and take a look!

Albatross display their strength and agility as they swoop through overcast skies.

Location: Falkland Islands

A pair of Hawaiian monk seals rest on the warm shores of the French Frigate Shoals.

Location: French Frigate Shoals, Hawaiian Islands

This jaw-droppingly colorful cleaner shrimp presents with colors as vibrant as a rainbow.

Location: Curacao, Netherland Antilles

An adorable piping plover chick gets comfortable and nestles up next to its mother.

Location: Middleton, New Jersey

A mother humpback whale swims alongside her calf, safeguarding it from harm.

Location: The waters of Tonga

Alongside its siblings, a leatherback hatchling begins its journey from sand to sea.

Location: Puerto Rico

A King penguin gazes into the distance as the sun illuminates its chilly home.

Location: South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands

A group of manatees travel like a family of mermaids off the coast of the Sunshine State.

Location: Florida

A show-stopping sea slug shows off its colors in the waters of the Caribbean.

Location: Cozumel

A mesmerizing aerial photo of Australia’s vibrant Great Barrier Reef.

Location: Great Barrier Reef

As you can see, there is certainly no shortage when it comes to the natural marvels our ocean makes possible every single day. But just as the subjects of these photos depend on our blue planet to provide for them, our blue planet is depending on us to make sure she’s healthy for years to come. Donate today to help us work to achieve just that, then visit our Action Center to learn all the latest ways you can make waves for our ocean!