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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

During the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Istanbul, moments when two dolphins leaped meters high off the coast of Sarayburnu were captured on camera and viewed millions of times on social media.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

German amateur photographer Johannes Moths, attempting to capture the dolphins with the city's iconic structures, is achieving remarkable shots.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

This time, during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, he filmed two dolphins leaping meters high off the coast of Maltepe Beach.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

The video, among the most-watched on social media, captures rare moments, and to enhance their beauty, Moths films the dolphins using slow-motion technique.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

He completed shooting other dolphin footage over 150 days, creating an unforgettable clip.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

With the increasing dolphin population in the sea, amateur and professional photographers are now more attracted to them.

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The enthusiasm of dolphins in Istanbul reflected on camera

Moths' documentary-style footage takes viewers on a fairy-tale-like journey.