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29.11.2023 - 01:03 / forbes.com
Wildlife photography and nature fans from around the world are invited to vote for their favorite image to win the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award.
From a mudskipper fish defending its territory and a family of monkeys posing for a Christmas card to a young London fox making the most of a full bin, the 25 unforgettable images from which to choose, explore the beauty of the natural world and the impact of our actions.
The photographs were chosen by London’s Natural History Museum, which develops and produces the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, and an international judging panel considering 49,957 entries from 95 countries.
“Since our panel of judges can only award 100 winners, each year the Natural History Museum chooses an additional 25 photographs from which we ask the public to select the recipient of the People's Choice Award,” the organizers explain.
This year’s selection also includes the moment an Adélie penguin approached an emperor penguin and its chick, and the striking image of fashion garments made from the skins of some of the most endangered big cats.
“Wildlife Photographer of the Year’s People’s Choice Award always offers an astounding selection of images and this year is no different,” said Douglas Gurr, Director of the Natural History Museum. “We invite the public to join the jury and vote for their favorite. “Whether breathtaking beauty or a powerful story, it’s sure to be a difficult decision.”
The public can vote for their favorite image either online or at the flagship Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at London’s Natural History Museum. Voting closes on January 31, 2024.
The winner and top four images will be announced in February, 2024, and join the winners of the 59th competition announced earlier this year. The People’s Choice Award images will also be showcased in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition until the exhibition closes on June 30, 2024.
Using photography's unique emotive power, the annual competition and touring exhibition shine a light on inspiring and impactful stories from the natural world to create advocates for the planet.
The 60th competition is currently open for entries to photographers of all ages, nationalities and experience until December 7.
To celebrate the momentous anniversary, Wildlife Photographer of the Year has announced an entry fee waiver for more than 100 countries, changes to the competition’s rules and a new special prize to encourage hopeful stories of the natural world.
Vote online for the winner of the People’s Choice Award here.
A neighborhood dispute erupts as a mudskipper fiercely defends its territory from a trespassing crab in Roebuck Bay, Australia. Mudskippers
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