ナショナルジオグラフィックさんのインスタグラム写真 - (ナショナルジオグラフィックInstagram)「Photo by Cristina Mittermeier @Mitty / In the shallows of the Dominican Republic, I floated gently near this mother humpback and her young calf, barely moving my fins so as not to disturb them. The mother gently lifted her baby to the surface with all the care and tenderness of a brand-new parent home from the hospital for the first time. It was clear this mother loved her calf just as much I loved my own children, and I was honored that she trusted me enough to calmly swim in my presence. Having kids is part of the reason why I became a conservation photographer, and when I see mothers in the wild caring for their young with such devotion, I feel a renewed sense of purpose. Follow me @Mitty as I work with my team @SeaLegacy to restore and protect our ocean so animals like this can thrive for generations.」1月9日 4時36分