Here are the pictures selected by the Jury for the Collection-35.
Scales and Silk. Framed by the textured, keeled scales of a Malabar Pit Viper, a delicate moth meets the lens against the pitch-black night of the Western Ghats. The image explores the fragile coexistence of vulnerability and lethal power, captured in a quiet, fleeting moment of stillness.
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.
Meteor shower in the rainforest - At first glance, they look like tiny comets streaking across tree bark. Look closer and they turn out to be frog eggs, with embryos developing inside several of them. Photographed in Amboli, during the monsoon. Made in a single frame using flash with a slow shutter and intentional camera movement. The flash freezes the eggs while the ambient light streaks into trails.
About Photographer
I am a wildlife and nature photographer based in India, with a focus on capturing natural behavior and moments that reflect the relationship between wildlife and their habitats. My work is driven by a preference for observing and documenting scenes as they unfold, with minimal intervention, allowing light, environment, and subject to come together organically. Through my photographs, I aim to highlight both the beauty and quiet complexity of the natural world.
A tigress walking down a forest track should be an image of complete wildness. Yet here, she moves through a corridor of safari vehicles, surrounded by cameras and curious eyes. For us, it may be an unforgettable wildlife encounter. For her, this is home. A tiger's territory is not simply a place to pass through. It is where she hunts, rests, raises cubs, establishes boundaries and avoids threats. Constant human presence can turn even familiar routes into spaces filled with disturbance and pressure. The difficult question is not how close can we get to a tiger? It is how much space can we give a tiger to remain wild in her own home? Wildlife tourism can play an important role in conservation—but only when the animal's welfare comes before the photograph. The forest belongs to her. We are only visitors.
About Photographer
I am a painter specializing in surreal and abstract art, with my work exhibited internationally and honored with accolades like the International Brooklyn Award. Alongside painting, I have been working in commercial photography, capturing compelling visual narratives. Recently, I’ve developed a deep interest in wildlife photography—a passion instilled in me since childhood by my parents. Exploring nature through my lens allows me to merge my artistic vision with the raw beauty of the wild, creating images that tell powerful stories beyond the canvas.
Shot this early morning at Pulicat Lake when the mist was still hanging low over the water. The air was dead quiet, and these flamingos looked almost surreal standing out there in the haze. I wanted to capture that ghostly, dreamlike feel where the birds and their reflections just blend into the soft blue tones of the morning. No complex setup—just patience, a telephoto lens, and waiting for the right stillness on the water.
About Photographer
This is Sri Ganesh Bailupudi, a Chennai based wildlife photographer. A software engineer by profession and a photographer by passion. I am a native of Andhra Pradesh, but brought up in Chennai. Choosing wildlife over other genres of photography is because of the diversity and unpredictability, understanding nature and its emotions is beautiful. The exciting part is you have to be agile and prepared for surprises that the nature has for you.
The forests calm me more than anything else, spending time in the wild and experiencing moments through eyes, and if lucky enough, capture them through my lens.
A Mother Scorpion Carrying Her Young A remarkable moment in nature—an adult scorpion carrying dozens of tiny young on her back. This fascinating behaviour offers protection to the newborns during their early stage of life.
About Photographer
a passionate wildlife and nature photographer with more than 10 years of field experience. Photography for you is not just about taking beautiful pictures—it is a way of observing, documenting, and creating awareness about wildlife and nature.
Sometimes wildlife photography is not just about capturing an animal. It is about capturing a message. I made this frame in Ranthambore in May 2026, where a tiger was walking calmly along the forest road, right beside a powerful reminder written on the wall: “???! ??? ?? ??????” — a simple message urging us to respect and protect the tiger and its habitat. The composition caught my attention immediately. The real tiger walks in front of us, while the painted tiger watches from behind. Two representations of the same magnificent species — one alive, one painted — coming together in a single frame. But there is something deeper here. The tiger does not belong to us. The forest does not belong to us. We are visitors in its world. As wildlife photographers, perhaps our greatest responsibility is not merely to make beautiful pictures, but to use those pictures to create awareness, respect and a stronger connection with the wild. So, for me, this is not just a photograph. It is a message: respect the wild, protect the tiger, and let the forest remain a place where tigers can continue to walk freely.
About Photographer
Yogesh Bhatia is an Indian wildlife photographer and mentor known for capturing intimate moments that blend emotion, behaviour, and storytelling. His work focuses not only on documenting wildlife, but on revealing the deeper connections that exist within the natural world. Through patience, observation, and strong fieldcraft, he has photographed rare and compelling scenes ranging from predator encounters to tender family interactions among elephants, primates, and hyenas.
A finalist at the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, Yogesh has earned recognition for creating images that combine artistic composition with authentic natural behaviour. His photography reflects a deep respect for wildlife and a passion for conservation through visual storytelling.
Beyond photography, he conducts wildlife tours and workshops, guiding photographers to see beyond simple sightings and focus instead on light, emotion, composition, ethics, and storytelling in nature.
The image depicts a dead golden jackal (Canis aureus) lying on a road, highlighting the threat of road accidents to wildlife. Golden jackals play an important ecological role as scavengers and predators, helping maintain ecosystem balance by consuming carrion and controlling populations of small animals. Roadkill can threaten local wildlife populations, particularly where roads intersect natural habitats. Measures such as wildlife warning signs, speed restrictions, public awareness, and habitat-sensitive road planning can help reduce wildlife mortality and support golden jackal conservation.
About Photographer
“Hi, I’m Jit — a passionate nature and wildlife photographer with a deep love for exploring the great outdoors. My work focuses on capturing the beauty, behavior, and unique moments of wildlife in their natural habitats. Whether it’s the vibrant hues of a sunrise over a mountain range or the intricate details of a bird in flight, I aim to showcase the wonders of nature through my lens.
I believe photography is a powerful tool for storytelling and conservation. By sharing my images, I hope to inspire people to connect with the natural world, fostering respect and awareness for the environment.
From remote forests to sprawling grasslands, I’m always on the lookout for the next incredible moment in nature to freeze in time — one frame at a time.”
A protective and fierce mother and her innocent cub on the white rocks of Corbett. I've always wanted to photograph small cubs in Corbett and never had the chance before this sighting. The contrast of the stripes on the white rocks was the highlight of the morning.
About Photographer
It’s always been my dream to be a wildlife photographer. When I was 15 I bought my first camera but I never got the chance to go to a national park. A few years later, I went to my first national park and never looked back ever since. I’m an amateur photographer who is still learning but I’m definitely glad that I’m following my passion and doing what I love!
I photographed this young female leopard elegantly moving across Jawai’s ancient granite hills, which looked almost sculpted to fit the leopard's movements. What stayed with me was how naturally it belonged to a landscape that is shared with people, livestock and villages. Much of Jawai’s leopard habitat lies outside conventional protected wilderness, and generations of local communities have lived alongside these cats with remarkable tolerance. That coexistence is fragile, but it is also a reminder that conservation cannot happen only behind park boundaries. Sometimes a predator’s future depends just as much on the people willing to share the landscape with it. Shot in Jawai, Rajasthan.
About Photographer
I'm Yashas Chattree, an 19 year old Indian wildlife photographer, wildlife conservationist and 2nd year Medical Student in the UK. Brought up in Mumbai, I’m a wildlife photographer and biology nerd who loves being out in the forest more than anywhere else.
I’m drawn to the stories that unfold in the silence of the jungle. Whether it’s a tiger hidden in tall grass, a leopard melting into rock, or a bird pausing mid-flight, I try to capture not just what I see, but how it feels to be there - to capture a story. My work is driven by curiosity, patience, and a love for the natural world, and every image I take is part of my journey to understand wildlife more deeply and share its wonder with others!
In a Golden Dream - Captured at the Kole Wetlands in Thrissur, this image was created by using the natural out of focus vegetation and warm light to frame a Green Bee-eater perched on a distant branch. The soft golden bokeh transforms the familiar wetland landscape into an abstract, dreamlike setting, while the tiny bird provides a sense of scale and a clear focal point. I wanted to move away from a conventional bird portrait and instead capture the atmosphere and beauty of the habitat through light, colour and minimalism.
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.
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