Photo book and researcher stories by Fabian Ritter. The fascination of whales and dolphins primarily stems from the magic of the moment, which these highly developed animals catapult us into during an encounter at sea. The elegance, aesthetics, and liveliness displayed by dolphins, along with the size, calmness, and serenity of whales, instantly capture our full attention. For a moment, we stop thinking about things that hold no significance here and now and become completely immersed in the experience. This is true meditation! (From the foreword by Lothar Nishkam Koch) Marine biologist Fabian Ritter has been studying whales and dolphins in the wild for over 25 years. His main focus is on the waters of the small Canary Island of La Gomera, which hosts an unparalleled diversity of dolphins and whales. With impressive images and.