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National marine sanctuaries belong to all of us, and by working together, we can protect these amazing places. Help us celebrate the National Marine Sanctuary System by sharing your best photos of the wildlife and scenic views they protect! The best photos will be selected for next year’s Earth Is Blue magazine. Visit sanctuaries.noaa.gov/mag/submissions to learn how you can submit your photos.

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Black turban snails in Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Mandi Chamberlin

scenic view of Anacapa Island in Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

Anacapa Island in Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Mandi Chamberlin

Kelp in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Nyssa Silbiger

Coastline in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Laura A. Shamas

humpback whales feeding with birds flying above

Humpback whales feeding in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Sarah Swope

Green sea turtle in Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Sarah Swope