Rare Great White Shark Sighting Off Maine Coast Featured in National Geographic Awards
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National Geographic has revealed its 2025 "Pictures of the Year." The collection features 25 award-winning images from around the world.
One photo captures a rare sighting of a great white shark in the coastal waters of Maine. Encounters with this species in the region are uncommon.
The striking image is part of a group of winning photographs taken within the United States. National Geographic selected these photos for their visual impact and storytelling.