Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-28.
This image of White Throated Kingfisher was shot at Purbasthali wetlands, Bardhaman, West Bengal during Jan 2024. These kingfishers have brilliant fishing skills. In this frame I have tried to freeze the moment of the kingfisher carrying its catch away from the prying eyes.
About Photographer
Myself a visual story teller and a wildlife photographer from Kolkata. My photography journey began around 2016. In my initial days I was shooting anything and every thing and I was not quite sure which area to focus on. Later on I found a strong connection with nature, birds being an integral part of it and I realised my genre of photography. Currently I am working with an MNC, but I am obsessed with wildlife photography and am striving to make a mark in it.
On the Rocks! A flock of Black-headed ibis were seen resting and socializing on a large rock after returning from their daily rituals and feeding on the banks of a adjacent lake. Twilight and the black headed ibis were in harmony to form a speckled rock. Observed near one of the urban lakes of Hyderabad.
About Photographer
An Architect who takes delight in challenging new locations bound by a simple thought of exploring and adhering with the wild surroundings.
A journey that began with cherishing ants, birds and insects as a child to evolving as a zealous aficionado for wildlife and nature.
Everyday affair with nature and point in time is a never ending learning process..
welcome to the journey called Mother Earth.
Shareeq wali Mohammed.
Rufous-necked Hornbill soaring through the air. This picture was taken at the hills in Rongtong, West Bengal. After a long trek downhill; I hear a 'Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh' sound right above my head. I had never heard something this loud coming from a bird. I then saw one of the most beautiful and rare Hornbills. It landed on a large branch. I waited for it to take flight again and as soon as it did, I clicked the shutter and managed to get this shot.
About Photographer
I am an amateur photographer who loves taking pictures of wildlife and landscapes. I am also a professional video game designer. My desk job helps me fund my true passion which is the natural world in all its beauty.
Hoverflies are one of the most common yet beautiful creatures that can be found throughout the world on all continents except Antarctica. I found this amazing Black-banded Hoverfly (Asarkina sp.) in my local forest named Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary, Kolkata.
About Photographer
A wildlife enthusiast at heart, a disciple of rocks by profession. I received my doctoral degree from Jadavpur University, and after a one-year project at University of Tokyo, I am currently working at IIT Kanpur as a Project Post-doctoral fellow, trying to understand the conversation of rocks under high pressure-temperature, buried far beneath the surface of the Earth. While my brain is looking down under, my heart revolves around Mother Nature, flies with the butterflies, roars with the tigers and chirps with the birds. I am a passionate wildlife photographer, with a special interest on macro, specifically on butterflies. I was involved with many photographic organizations in the past, and currently I am working in the Wiki Loves Butterfly Project, collecting and presenting photographs, information, and knowledge about butterflies for mass awareness and conservation.
This image captures a stunning tigeress standing amidst lush green foliage, perfectly blending into its natural habitat. The vibrant greenery and the tiger's majestic stripes create a striking contrast, showcasing the beauty of wildlife in its pristine environment. The setting suggests a peaceful yet alert moment in the wilderness, evoking a sense of awe and respect for nature. Location: Nagarahole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka.
About Photographer
I'm an IT professional based in Bangalore. In addition to my tech career, I’m a wildlife photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of nature.
Deer in winter often evoke images of serene, snowy landscapes, with their graceful movements across fields, through snowy forests, or beside frozen rivers. Their presence in the winter wilderness is a reminder of the adaptability and beauty of nature in the colder months. kanha Tiger Reserve - Nov'2024
About Photographer
I am Prince Pravin from Coimbatore, India – an IT professional & passionate wildlife photographer. My photography journey began in 2018 with the love of nature, initially using a mobile phone. Over time, I developed a deep passion for capturing butterflies and birds in the year 2019, I had recorded more than 150 different bird species. As my skills grew, I expanded my focus to wildlife photography, with a particular interest in mammals & big cats.I started visiting several tiger reserves and national parks across India, immersing myself in the beauty of the country’s diverse wildlife. Along the way, I started participating in numerous photography contests and began organizing my own photo tours, offering guided trips across India’s iconic national parks. My travels have taken me to various tiger reserves and bird sanctuaries, where I continue to explore and document the incredible wildlife of the world.
Moment before flight :I took this image in the little rann of kutch when I spotted a peregrin falcon in the distant, I sat there till the last rays of the sun hit the earth and thats when it decided to fly off, I was ready with my camera and captured this shot just as it was about to take off with the sunset behind. I captured a peregrine falcon poised on the brink of flight, the golden light of sunset . With the sun sinking low in the sky, the bird’s wings were spread, its gaze focused. In that single photograph, a bird at the height of its readiness, about to spring into action by thrusting it wings downwards. A photograph that is defined as still shows a sense of motion.
About Photographer
Hello, there I'm Burhan Bharmal and passionate photographer. I got obsessed with birds when I visited Coorg. I was amazed by the various colorful birds flying with there majestic wings. I decided that I wanted to capture these unique moments. So, I got hooked to photography. When I first saw this website and the unique wild life photos it had to offer I decided to become a part of this community.
Orb weaver spider with a dragonfly caught in the web. Location - Bardoli, Surat, Gujarat
