In first place, A Bryde’s whale is seen, about to devour a heart-shaped baitball.
Caballero’s winning shot was chosen from more than 15,000 ocean images.
“The image captures perhaps the most special – and craziest – moment of my life,” Caballero says.
“It fills me with joy having lived this moment, and to have captured the image.”
Reflecting on being named Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024, Caballero said it was a dream come true.