Wildlife Photographer of the Year

harnesses the power of photography to promote the discovery, understanding, and responsible enjoyment of the natural world. An image can alter the way we see, think and feel. Whether captured in the most remote wilderness or taken in the intimacy of your own backyard, a truly great image of Nature can change our worldview.

For the past

56 years

, this competition has championed honest and ethical wildlife photography while pushing the boundaries of artistic freedom, technical skill and narrative excellence. It recognises, rewards and celebrates the work of both

emerging talent

and

established professionals

worldwide.

The

Adult Competition

consists of

16 categories

, while the

Young Competition

of

3 age group categories

for photographers aged 17 and under.

Entrants are required to report on the natural world in a way that is both

creative

and

honest

. Images entered must not attempt to deceive the viewer or misrepresent the reality of nature. Entrants must not do anything to injure or distress any animals or destroy their habitat in an attempt to secure an image.

Ownership of the

copyright

in all images submitted to the competition will remain with the copyright owner(s).

Entry in the

Young Competition

is

free

. Entry in the

Adult Competition

is 30 GBP

(35 GBP in the last week of the entry period)

.

.

Eligibility


Open to amateur and professional photographers worldwide.

Prize


The winner of the Adult Competition will receive 10,000 GBP (approx. 12,940 USD), trophy and personalised certificate. The winner of the Young Competition will receive 1,000 GBP, trophy and personalised certificate.