More photos from one of the best photographers on the planet

One of Paul Gallegos' passions is surfing and as a surfer you're sometimes at the right place at the right time and then having the patience to capture such a photo is a gift.

One of photographer Paul Gallegos’ passions is surfing and as a surfer he is often at one with nature. On this occasion, Paul just happened to be at the right place at the right time to snap one of those rare ocasions when two fun-loving dolphins happen to be showing off.

Paul Gallegos, photographer extraordinaire, Imperial Beach, San Diego, CA

At the time of this photo, Paul Gallegos and the osprey shown were good friends.

At the time of this photo, surfer/photographer/high school teacher Paul Gallegos was often a playmate of this magnificent osprey. An osprey is a fish eating hawk.

Since he first began taking photos, Paul Gallegos has traveled the globe capturing those unique moments in time, not only from nature or the animal kingdom but from the more striking, expressive world of professional boxing. His photos range from the sensitive to the most gut wrenching.

In this current collection, you’ll find photos of some of the legends of boxing from a very young Manny Pacquiao to a more seasoned veteran like James Tony. Not that we’re any great judge of photographic subject matter but ahead you’re going to see our preferences in a countdown of the top 25 photos which Paul Gallegos provided.

We can’t thank Paul enough for his willingness to provide us with these captivating photos.

After getting knocked off his feet, the boxer on the canvas is in denial.

#25  After getting knocked off his feet, the boxer on the canvas appeared to be in denial.

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Here we see one of the rare occasions when super bantamweight Christopher Martin (l) received a direct hit from his opponent Jose Luis Araiza.

#22 Here we see one of the rare occasions when super bantamweight standout Christopher Martin (l) received a direct hit from his opponent Jose Luis Araiza.

Since winning a title is every boxer's dream, it's only natural that Vic Dar support staff is going to be elated as well.

#21  Since winning a World Title is every boxer’s dream, it’s only fitting that Vic Darchinyan’s support staff would be so ecstatic that they raise their hero on high after he won not only one, but two World Titles, the WBA and the IBF World Flyweight titles.

Despite all the hoopla, some trainers remain focused on their job. This is intent on getting that mouthpiece out of Manny Pacquiao's mouth before he jokes on it.

#20  Despite all the hoopla, some trainers remain focused on their job. This one is intent on getting that mouthpiece out of Manny Pacquiao’s mouth before he chokes on it.

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No one, including referee Pat Russell, will forget the Israel Vazquez (red trunks) versus Rafael Marquez (black trunks) wars.

#17  No one, including referee Pat Russell, will ever forget the Israel Vazquez (red trunks) versus Rafael Marquez (black trunks) wars.

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Panchito needs to learn more about defense and keeping his hands up.

#8  Panchito needs to learn more about defense, which means keeping your hands up.

San Diego's Benji Garcia (r) has his opponent flying backwards.

#7  San Diego’s Benji Garcia (r) has his opponent flying backwards.

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The Amaris Quintana (l) versus Gloria Salas (r) battle had the blood flying everywhere.

#5  Even though she was a bloody mess, Amaris Quintana (l) outscored her opponent Gloria Salas (r) to come away with the victory.

The out of shape James Toney got hit so hard he landed outside the ring.

#4  The out of shape James Toney got hit so hard he landed in Jorge Marron’s lap.

The perfect punch being landed.

#3  The perfect punch lands.

#2 Shane Mosley (l) lands a straight left on the chin of Tijuana's Antonio Margarito.

#2 Shane Mosley (l) lands a straight left on the chin of Tijuana’s Antonio Margarito.

#1 photo - You talk about the perfect timing for a fight photo - here it is.

#1 photo – You talk about the perfect timing for a fight photo – here it is.

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