Puppy-dog-eyed seals and grumpy little owls are among the winners of the second-ever Nature Photography Contest. After a successful launch in 2023, the environmentally-focused contest fuses people's love for photography and a passion for the planet in a competition that raises environmental awareness and showcases the diverse beauty of Earth.
Taking home the Photography of the Year award and a $1,087 / £858 / €1,000 cash prize is Glee Ostle with his image, Sea Lion in Los Islotes (below). Ostle's uncanny ability to capture the sea lion seemingly posing against a backdrop of a school of fish left the judging panel awestruck. The image not only showcases the natural beauty of the animal, but also underscores the critical importance of preserving our seabeds and their diverse species.
