Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-31.
About Photographer
Nature lover with Passion for Wildlife Photography. Tries to capture moments and create impressions to motivate conservation of wildlife
The Great Hornbill is known for its lifelong bond once a pair is formed, they remain together, devoted and protective of each other. Usually seen in pairs, they dislike any intrusions into their private space. On this rare occasion, I witnessed a male hornbill sharing food with his partner, a tender moment of bonding. Suddenly, another male intruded onto the same perch. The peaceful scene instantly turned into a dramatic fight, with the resident male defending his mate and their space. Capturing this intense interaction from Nelliyampathy, Kerala in low light was truly special a fleeting wild moment where love and rivalry clashed in the canopy.
About Photographer
A wildlife photographer dedicated to capturing authentic moments in nature. My work reflects a deep respect for wildlife, blending patience, precision, and storytelling to reveal the beauty and behaviour of animals in their natural habitats. I especially enjoy photographing animal behaviours in unique lighting, with a particular love for backlit frames and wide habitat shots that place wildlife in the context of their environment. Through my images, I aim to preserve the untamed spirit of the wild while inspiring others to appreciate and protect the natural world.
This image look like layers of chiffon sharee on the breast of a beautiful woman and the print on the chiffon sharee is just awesome. Or it may look like layers of curtains on a gorgeous window. This is a unique presentation of Red Spider mites. I found these mites in my backyard. One morning in October last year, I saw them in my garden. These are very tiny in size approx. 1-2 mm. At first I thought these are baby spiders. But my friend told me that these are red spider mites. As macro photographer I have always tried to search and show the unique and unseen small macro world. Spider mites are the plant feeding mites, which are considered as pest, which include various crops, vegetables and flower plants. I have seen many aphides with mites on that leaf. And I have also seen that ants are giving protection to the aphides. Fearing the ants, the spider mites are trying to escape from one leaf to another by creating spider like web net. But the web net is completely different from spiders. They lay eggs on the leaves, when the baby hatches from the eggs, the babies start sucking and eating the leaf cells, causing a lot of damage to the tree. That’s why mites are called enemy of plants, flowers and fruits. This is an in camera multiple exposures shot. I have taken 5 shots in different angles and camera merged them into one. I have used two external flashes one from front and another from back. I have used coloured cello fen paper to musk on flashes. I wish to make a geometrical formation using the layers of webs. The mites on the webs look like print on cloth. This layer of the web makes the image dramatic. Location: Cooch Behar in West Bengal. Device Used: Nikon D500 + Tamron 90mm VC USD G2 + Two Godox external flashes with diffuser and coloured cellofen papers.
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
Brook's House Gecko ( Hemidactylus brookii ) A gecko seen consuming its old skin with licking eye from tongue - A natural behaviour that helps recycle the neutrients and prevent predators from tracking its presence Hemidactylus brookii, also known commonly as Brooke's house gecko and the spotted house gecko, is a widespread species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae.
About Photographer
I am a person who loves to walk in nature and enjoy the every moment of nature. Nature is always ready to share with you something if you understand her.A petrochemical engineer who done his part of job for more then a decade in the field of petrochemicals and refinery now make photography as a profession for the lifetime and doing photography professional works. I select my passion as a profession.
Ferns, sal canopy and the flame of the forest- The tiger, A match made in heaven!
About Photographer
A lawyer by profession who is finally living his dream and his love for wildlife by documenting myriad of stories this beautiful natural world has to tell through photography!
I feel silhouettes are about how we all carry different versions of ourselves. This tigress here, is a subadult. In the coming few months she’ll be seperated from her mother and be a mother with cubs of her own soon. Sometimes, the only difference between the past, present and future is only a shadow.
Indian Grey Wolf Bhigowan, Pune, Maharashtra In the wee hours we started our rendezvous from a home stay in the Bhigowan , Pune hoping to witness this elusive species . The Indian grey wolves are seen in the dry, expansive grasslands and wetlands of Bhigowan, Maharashtra. We were fortunate enough that our guide located them much earlier than our expectations. Though the lights were poor for photography we boosted our camera ISO and took few record shots. Because, the wolves were shy about us and started moving away. The pack was small. Once seen in many parts of India, now they are considered as an endangered species, most probably due to habitation loss and damage of the grasslands and wetlands. We were lucky to see them because we started very very early in the morning. This seems to be a golden rule for wildlife photography. Many of the photographers who arrived late couldn't filnd them later. This important species should be given proper attention for conservation, otherwise in future none will be left. Dogs from the surrounding villages are posing a continuous threat for them.
About Photographer
I am a senior consultant of Medicine but inclined to Wildlife Photography specially Birding with a passion. I left my Government Job to persuade my passion more intimately for last five years.
Caption - THE MASKMAN Location - South 24 Pgs, West Bengal, India Clicked on May 2025 Story - This photo is simply a mating Indian Bullfrogs pair that I have captured near my home. What appears at first glance to be a tribal mask or a pair of mysterious human faces is, in truth, nature’s illusion—two Indian bullfrogs mating, captured & rotated. This creative twist on perspective reveals how life, love, and art often intersect in the most unexpected ways.
About Photographer
Professionally working for ministry of defence. A passionate photographer, capturing wildlife since last one decade. Also a traveller , writer , conservationist and an ardent nature lover.
"At the majestic hills of Jawai, I was lucky to witness this unforgettable moment of a leopard resting on the rocks, captured just as it yawned in the calm of nature. The post-monsoon greenery painted the landscape beautifully, adding life to the rugged hills. Jawai never fails to amaze with its raw wilderness and breathtaking encounters like this one." Taken in Sept,2025
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.
That long road, that mystical soft morning light, those tall trees....The backdrop was set up perfectly. But somehow the frame looked incomplete. Then she casually walked into the scene to add the finishing touch?? Location: Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
About Photographer
A wildlife researcher turned naturalist, a keen wildlife observer and photographer since my high school days, I, Debarpan, call the forests of Central India my home & wetlands of Eastern India my backyard.
With a curious heart of a child, I've spent countless hours observing the stripes and colours in nature over a decade, and I still do. This passion for wildlife got ignited by the classic "Born Free"; since then I've never stopped chasing my dreams.
I work as a Wildlife Photography Mentor in different Photography Institutions in West Bengal and On Field Workshops also in association with Nikon India. Either with a camera creating stories in the forests, or sharing the stories with others subsequently, I believe in connecting with people at every opportunity in order to unveil the magic I find in the world of nature.
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