Photo Contest

August 29, 2024

14 Extraordinary Highly Commended Photos From the 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Contest

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has released some of this year's extraordinary, highly commended photos ahead of its October winner's announcement. From a jaguar preying on a caiman to a close-up look at a David Bowie spider, the photographs show off the marvels of the natural world. The 60th competition, organized by London's Natural History Museum, attracted a record-breaking 59,228 entries from photographers of all ages and experience levels from 117 countries and territories.

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August 22, 2024

Amazing Finalists of the 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year Contest

The 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year contest finalists have been revealed. Culled from more than 15,000 photos submitted to the competition, the images highlight the beauty of the ocean and its perils. In September, the Ocean Photographer of the Year and the youth competition winner will be announced. Individual categories spotlight the ocean, from Adventure and Wildlife to Conservation and Human Connection.

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August 5, 2024

Powerful Winning Images From the 2024 Mangrove Photography Awards

Mangroves are an essential part of the ecosystem, providing habitat for thousands of species and stabilizing shorelines, yet they are under threat. In fact, less than half of Earth's original mangrove forest cover remains. To raise awareness about the importance of mangroves and the current threat they face, the Mangrove Action Project has organized the Mangrove Photography Awards for the past 10 years.

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July 5, 2024

16 Incredible Finalists of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest

Dazzling auroras, distant galaxies, and impressive celestial bodies have all found a home on the 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year shortlist. Organized by Royal Observatory Greenwich, the competition is a delight for anyone who loves gazing at the stars. The respected competition always attracts top amateur and professional astrophotographers, and this year is no different. Over 3,500 images were submitted to this year's photo contest by photographers hailing from 58 countries.

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