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This American crocodile was photographed in Banco Chinchorro, Mexico; located 25 miles off the SE tip of Mexico in the Caribbean.

Awards

Nature Photography Contest

2025

Nominee

Underwater

Non Professional

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This American crocodile was photographed in Banco Chinchorro, Mexico; located 25 miles off the SE tip of Mexico in the Caribbean.

About Artist

Rick Beldegreen

I am a retired veterinarian and life-long wildlife photographer. I have been shooting Nikon cameras for well over 50 years. I have traveled from The Arctic to Antarctica and many points in between to pursue my passion for nature photography. In addition to topside (land) wildlife photography, I am an avid underwater photographer as well. I have been fortunate to have been recognized in many prestigious photo competitions including Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Bird Photographer of the Year, WildArt Photographer of the Year, Natures Best, North American Nature Photographers and Journal of Wildlife Photography.

Rick Beldegreen

Photographic Areas of Focus

Nature, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

United States of America

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