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Nikita Achanta

'Always be prepared for anything’: here are my 7 expert tips for amazing wildlife photography

A photo of a common kingfisher and a photo of a red deer, taken on an OM System OM-1 Mark II Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera.

Photography is a great pastime to pick up, and you can take it to the next level by making it your profession too — it's certainly my own favorite hobby. I review the best mirrorless cameras at Tom's Guide, and whenever I'm testing a camera, I always take photos of birds and animals. Wildlife photography is my niche, and I absolutely love it.

There are many reasons why I love wildlife over other genres of photography. I adore animals, and observing them in their natural habitat brings me joy. I find it very fulfilling, and it gives me a sense of purpose. It also means that I have an excuse to stop playing video games and literally go touch some grass.

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