Walakiri Mangroves


  • Photographer
    Thibault Gerbaldi
  • Prize
    1st Place / Nature/Trees
  • Jury Top 5 Selection

    Sadie Quarrier Graphically strong, serene, and artful scenes. I like the delicate tree shapes, reflections, and changing gentle light. Very zen.

  • Date of Photograph
    07/10/2025
  • Technical Info
    1/8s, f/6.3, iso 160, 24-90mm full frame

At Walakiri Beach in Sumba, Indonesia, mangroves rise from shallow tidal waters in forms shaped by wind, salt, and constant exposure. These coastal trees stabilize shorelines, shelter juvenile fish and invertebrates, and help buffer erosion. Their fragile presence reflects the ecological importance of intertidal habitats, which are increasingly threatened by sea-level rise, coastal degradation, and climate change.

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