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A coordinated European raid has netted millions of pounds of fish and dozens of arrests.
In April 2007, Monique Klinkenbergh stumbled across the image that would upend her life. Its composition—perfectly executed rings.
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Photographers around the world explore their own neck of the woods.
Each week, our editors choose stunning photos submitted by members of Your Shot, National Geographic's photo community.
Like a moth to a flame, er, lamp, insects are drawn to bright lights because they confuse the animals' navigational systems.
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