Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-33.
Face Off : A dramatic wildlife moment when a one-horned rhinoceros facing off with a Bengal tiger Encounters like this are rare, since both are powerful apex species, but they do share habitats in places like Kaziranga National Park (Assam) and a few other protected areas of India and Nepal. The rhino looks alert, head forward, possibly in a defensive stance. The tigress was also cautious since she was with her three tiny cubs at the time of face off. The tigress hides her cubs behind of her for their safety. Photographed at Kaziranga National Park, Assam, India in January 2025.
About Photographer
Myself Swarnali Hazra a nature & wildlife photographer by passion. I am based in Kolkata, India. Working in my field for almost a decade. Started my journey when I visited Jim Corbett National Park, India in 2015. My work aims to tell the stories of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures while advocating for wildlife conservation.
By profession I am a researcher scholar in computer science and engineering. Manage my time from my busy working schedule for my love on nature and wildlife. I use the medium of photography as a method to capture the beautiful and amazing creature of nature.
Spotted deer fawn in the winter hues Shot at - kanha national park, Madhya pradesh Year - 2024 Gear - sonya9 , 200-600mm lens
About Photographer
I'm a Doctor by profession and a Wildlife photographer by passion .I've been into photography since the age of 13
Jawai has changed — the chaos is louder, the challenge tougher. Two years ago, spotting a leopard felt distant yet peaceful. This time, they ruled the hilltops. During golden hour, I witnessed a magical moment: a playful cub standing tall against the glowing sky, forming a perfect silhouette, while its mother watched vigilantly from below. In that fleeting light, wild beauty and raw emotion came together — and I was lucky enough to freeze it forever
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.
This image was captured inside Bandipur Tiger Reserve, one of India’s most iconic tiger landscapes. The photograph was taken on 20/09/2025, during a quiet moment deep inside the forest. It was late in the day, when the forest slowly starts changing its mood. The light was soft, the sounds were low, and the jungle felt alive in a very subtle way. Suddenly, through a thick patch of flowering lantana, this majestic tiger appeared. It wasn’t rushing, not hunting — just calmly moving through its territory, completely aware of its surroundings.
The rarest find just got rarer - Amboli’s turquoise morph Malabar Pit Viper, and a fly that made the shot unforgettable. In Amboli, I witnessed and documented something truly extraordinary, the first sighting of the turquoise morph of the Malabar Pit Viper in the region. What made this moment even more special was the presence of an unexpected subject, a fly calmly perched on the viper’s head, adding a rare layer of storytelling to the frame.
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.
“Heavens above, greens around, a fire within….” The male tiger “Collarwala” was on the move in Alizanza buffer zone. This shot was captured a few minutes before the clash between him and Mowgli. The month of October transforms the forest into a lush, green paradise, offering wildlife enthusiasts a breathtaking backdrop to witness tigers in their natural splendor.
About Photographer
Akshay is a wildlife photographer driven by a passion for the wild. From misty forests to dramatic predator encounters, he documents nature’s raw moments, telling stories of survival, power, and wilderness.
The Raging Bull Asiatic Water Buffaloes Photographed at Manas National Park,India Asiatic Water buffaloes (Bubalus arnee) is endangered bovid famed for having the largest horns of any living bovid, spreading up to 2 meters (6.5 ft). The charging bull is an exceptional sight to watch with its horns providing unique creative photographic opportunity
About Photographer
Nature lover with Passion for Wildlife Photography. Tries to capture moments and create impressions to motivate conservation of wildlife
ALIEN EMERGING: This is a photograph of snail, emerges from the bottom of the frame, its two delicate eyestalks reaching upward into a dark, star-like expanse. The background isn't a galaxy, but a deep, inky space filled with countless brilliant droplets of water, in a rainy night, each one a tiny world of light. The snail's form is a silhouette against this cosmic scene, its body a rich, earthy brown. A small creature seems to be navigating a universe of its own, turning a simple natural scene into something otherworldly and profound. The play of light and shadow transforms the familiar into the fantastic, creating a feeling of wonder and mystery. Under a vast, dark sky, a tiny explorer began its slow journey. Raindrops, like a million scattered stars, fell all around, each one a shimmering jewel against the deep blue. This little creature, a snail, poked its curious head upwards, its delicate feelers reaching out as if to touch the sparkling world above. It wasn't just a simple climb; it was an adventure into the cosmos of its own making. Every droplet held a reflection, a tiny universe the snail was navigating. With each gentle slide, it moved through this twinkling downpour, a testament to resilience and the quiet wonder of a small life embracing the grandeur of the night.
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
The Golden Hour Ghost: Winter in Satpura is defined by a heavy, amber light that feels almost thick enough to touch. In this shot, a lone deer stands frozen in a landscape of liquid gold. The dense December mist acts as a natural diffuser, stripping away the complexity of the forest to leave only a haunting silhouette. It is an image of profound stillness, capturing the quiet, prayer-like atmosphere of a jungle dawn.
About Photographer
By profession, I serve communities through NABARD. By passion, I lose myself in the wilderness, camera in hand. Tigers, leopards, birds, and the symphony of the forest are my muse. My images are not just photographs, but chapters of an untamed story—blending patience, respect, and awe for the natural world.
This is captured in Panna Tiger Reserve during February end 2026. This is the boldest male subadult cub of P141 the tigress. While having my last morning safari, i found both mother and son at the pipertola grassland on a playful mood at madla zone and while capturing the mother suddenly the male subadult cub appears in front of me, which i captured on frame.
About Photographer
An IT professional came into wild to make his passion fulfil but feel in love with the nature and animals. I am Abhisek Acharya from Bhubaneswar Odisha, an amateur wildlife photographer, ready to explore the world.
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