A sperm whale swims
beneath golden sargas-
sum. The weed nurtures
countless life-forms, from
single-celled organisms
to the largest mammals.
Excrement from these
creatures helps extend
the weed’s life.
BRIAN SKERRY
136 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
A sperm whale swims
beneath golden sargas-
sum. The weed nurtures
countless life-forms, from
single-celled organisms
to the largest mammals.
Excrement from these
creatures helps extend
the weed’s life.
BRIAN SKERRY
136 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC