Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-30.
Dart Combat - In the heart of Keoladeo National Park, also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, two darters were engaged in a fierce territorial battle. The center pond, a good fishing area for Darters, became a battleground as these slender, snake-necked birds fought with tremendous aggression with dramatic movements. Their sharp beaks clashed, and wings flapped furiously, sending splashes of water into the air. Each dramatic movement was fueled by momentum, as they strove to send out the intruder. Capturing the images of the Darters fight involved Skill, patience, a telephoto lens with the camera being finely tuned, and a keen eye for movement. Observing their interactions over time allowed me to anticipate the clash, ensuring I was ready to capture the dramatic moments.
About Photographer
I am a photographer with 13+ years of experience in Nature & Wildlife photography and outdoor photography like street, people, places, etc. Photography came to me naturally. I have visited many times to almost all the National Parks & Sanctuaries of India and many other places of wildlife importance. I have also visited many places to capture different festivals, celebrations, traditions, the activities of people with varied culture and also got many opportunities to photograph different tribes of India. I am competent in capturing good quality images. My love for nature, wildlife, people and my thirst for visiting new places has driven me towards photography.
In 2021, I visited the Sundarban Biosphere Reserve in search of wilderness moments. On the final day of our boat safari, we tracked the elusive swamp tiger by following fresh pugmarks but luck was not on our side. As we packed our camera gear and the boat returned to the riverbank, our guide suddenly pointed out a sleeping Jungle Cat nearby. Without wasting a second, I lifted my camera and began photographing it from different angles. To our surprise, the cat slowly woke up, stretched its body and gave a massive yawn, showing off its sharp teeth before disappearing into the dense mangroves. That unexpected moment washed away all our disappointment. We were overjoyed and deeply thankful to Mother Nature. She proved once again that the wild always has its own way of rewarding patience and passion.
About Photographer
I'm Tanmoy Das Karmakar from Kolkata, West Bengal. I've started my wildlife Photography from 2018. Later on I found my passion and interest in birds and wildlife photography, especially action moments. From the beginning I participated in many photography contests and exhibitions and regularly followed others photographers' work in Facebook and Instagram. Then I made a wildlife photography channel and contacted some of my photographer friends and went to various national parks, bird sanctuaries, and photography exhibitions with them. I visited many national parks and bird sanctuaries for photography. Gradually I became an expert in birds and wildlife photography and till now I'm learning photography from Google as well as many reputed photographers. I believe there is no end to learning. Till now I'm trying to improve my photography skills to better and continue pushing boundaries in the world of photography. I'm thankful to my parents for supporting me a lot in my wildlife journey.
As the first light of dawn kissed the wetlands of the Little Rann of Kutch, nature awakened in perfect harmony. Flamingos stood gracefully in the glowing waters, while ducks soared across the fiery sun, painting a story of peace and wilderness. The reflection of the rising sun bathed the scene in warm hues of orange and red, creating a surreal canvas. I waited patiently for this magical moment where flight, stillness, and light met in one frame. This image captures not just a sunrise, but the soul of a living landscape. A fleeting moment, forever frozen in time.
About Photographer
I’m a businessman from Anjar, Kutch, and a passionate wildlife photographer in my free time. Over the past 2–3 years, I’ve been capturing the unique wildlife and natural beauty of Kutch. Recently, I’ve been exploring various wildlife sanctuaries across India through safaris, learning and experiencing more of the wild. Wildlife photography is my passion beyond business—it keeps me connected to nature and allows me to express my love for the natural world through my lens.
A wonderful monsoon in the forests of Tadoba. These siblings put up a show for us for, playing in the meadows for a couple of hours.
What an elusive creature the fox is. I had barely three minutes to observe and photograph it before it vanished into its den. I waited in silence for over two hours, hoping it would return—but it never did. That’s when I truly understood: a fox is a fox—unpredictable, cautious, and brilliantly elusive. Yet in that brief encounter, I witnessed a cuteness beyond compare. And finally, capturing that moment felt like photographing a ghost—fleeting, rare, and unforgettable.”
About Photographer
Nature has always been my greatest inspiration, driving me to capture the breathtaking beauty of flora and fauna through my lens.
As a dedicated Wildlife Photographer, I feel a profound connection with the natural world. The intricate behaviors of wildlife—their unique ways of living, incredible camouflage techniques, and fascinating mimicry—never cease to amaze me and deepen my admiration for them.
Wildlife plays a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of our ecosystem. Through my work, I aim to showcase their significance and inspire others to appreciate and protect this vital part of our planet.
Leopard with Nilgai Carcass - This guy had us searching him through the entire safari, only to reveal himself at the end of the day. He casually settled near this month-old nilgai carcass under a tree, in extremely low light conditions. True to his nature, he does what he wants, when he wants. Capturing this clean shot amid all the bush and a big tree in front of me with fading light was nothing short of a miracle.
About Photographer
I am Abhishek, work in a leading fintech company with a deep passion for wildlife photography. My photography journey is driven by a love for capturing the raw beauty of nature, from elusive predators to delicate bird species. Having traveled extensively across India's wilderness, my work aims to tell the stories of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures while advocating for wildlife conservation. I was honored as a runner-up in the prestigious Sony BBC Earth in Focus contest, and I continue to explore new frontiers in photography, blending my love for adventure, astrophotography, and wildlife.
Standing strong, small clawed otter standing in mud flats and watching.standing pose of the classic otter
About Photographer
Hi , my name is Amrit Raj sarkar, I am from ranchi, jharkhand.
I started my journey from 2018 from that time my interest was on birds and wildlife, I try to showcase my photos and tell different stories through my work .
INTIMACY: You can see a pair of mating cranefly in this image. I have shot many mating images in my last 10 years. But it is totally different. This is an in-camera multiple exposure / double exposure shot. Nature Photography is a matter of Beauty. I have taken 2 shots and camera merged them into one. In 1st image I have placed the mating pair at the lower part of the frame using flash diffuser. Then in 2nd image I have taken the foggy forest without flash and in Tungsten white balance mode. Camera merged them into one and gives me a single NEF RAW file. In this image I wish to express the feel of Wilderness. This image was taken in cold winter morning.
About Photographer
Anirban was born in Royal City Cooch Behar, India. By profession he is a High
School Teacher in Mathematics. From the beginning of his photography he is very
much affectionate with Mother Nature.
He has got Awards, such as
1) GOLDEN TURTLE Nature Photo Festival–Moscow
2) DJ Memorial Photography Competition–India
3) Nature in Focus - India
4) 1st Award, Sanctuary Wildlife Photographer of the year –India
5) The Wild Lens Photographer of the Year – USA
6) Close Up Photographer of the year – UK.
7) Champion in China Wildlife Image and video Competition-Chinese
National Geography
8) Memorial Maria Luisa– Spain
9) ASFERICO – Italy
10) International Nature Image Festival – FIIN– Portugal
11) Festival International Nature Namur – FINN– Namur, Belgium.
12) National Wildlife Federation Award Winner– Virginia, US
13) Environmental Photographer of The Year(EPOTY) –UK, London
14) Aart Maestro Award Winner “Earth We Share Season India
15) WILD SOJOURN NATURE AWARDS 2024 - INDIA
A Majestic Flight This frame of a Pied Harrier male was captured in a grassland in Hooghly district of West Bengal sometime during the last winter. I waited an entire day to capture the pied harrier right from early foggy hours of cold morning. I lost all hopes was just planning to call it a day and return home when he appeared from nowhere just infornt of me soaring past the mustard fied just before the twilight hours. This moment of flight was captured when the pied harrier decided to change the direction of his flight path. The condition was also a bit of challenging as the shot was taken against the light.
About Photographer
Hi there, myself a Wildlife and Bird photographer for a small town in West Bengal. I was always interested in birds and wild animals from my childhood but didn't have the situation or opportunity to get involved. But now finally I have started to live my childhood dream and passion.
Habitat shot- During jeep safari on 30th May, '25 in Junona buffer zone of Tadoba Andheri Tiger Reserve (TATR) I saw 3 cubs of the tigress 'Collarwali' walking in a line , in the backdrop of water Lili in the pond and dense forest after that. They are quiet careful while walking through the land with water nearby.
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