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Riley in the kelp

Riley snorkeling in amongst kelp in the sea.

Riley has plenty of underwater adventures, but snorkelling through kelp was one of her most daring. She overcame her fear of crabs to find an amazing marine ecosystem.

Rights: Richard Robinson www.depth.co.nz

Published: 23 January 2016Size: 872.86 KB

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