Wildlife Photography

January 5, 2025

Photographer Highlights the Importance of Monarch Butterfly Conservation Through Stunning Images

The monarch butterfly isn’t just a pretty sight—it’s an essential pollinator that keeps our planet healthy. But in the last 40 years, their population has dropped by a staggering 90%, leaving them on the brink of extinction. Jaime Rojo, a photographer and National Geographic Explorer with a background in conservation, has been documenting monarch butterflies for the last 20 years.

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November 27, 2024

Here Are the 25 Finalists of the 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award

After announcing its winners last month, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year has opened voting for its People's Choice Award. From the nearly 60,000 photos entered and 100 finalists, 25 exceptional images were placed in the running for this honor. The public can vote online or via digital screens at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London for their favorite photo.

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October 27, 2024

Camera Trap Photos Capture LA’s Surprising Wildlife With City Lights in the Distance

To Johanna Turner, camera trap photography can be frustrating, but when it works, it really works wonders. The Southern California-based photographer shoots striking wildlife images using this clever technique, finding a bridge between natural habitats and man-made environments. The message rings particularly true in her nighttime shots showing the local fauna against the gleaming backdrop of the LA city lights.

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