Shooting the unique reef systems in our oceans from above has always been one of my dreams.

These systems are the most diverse marine ecosystems on earth, giving shelter to thousands of animal species. Many millions of people depend on fisheries, tourism and coastal protection provided by healthy coral reefs.

Yet today, coral reefs are dying at an alarming rate. Coral bleaching is caused by rising water temperatures which, when severe, kills the coral.

My images show the beauty of these amazing coral and algae systems. I hope they remind all that what we do on land impacts our oceans.