Capturing nature at its most wondrous – and weak – this yr’s shortlist supplies a thought-provoking assortment of wildlife pictures
A monkey hitching journey on a deer, the magic of mushrooms and an evacuee tiger cub are just a few of the photographs that made it to the later phases of the latest Wildlife Photographer of the Year competitors.
In simply over a month’s time London’s Natural History Museum reveals the winners, and primarily based on this preview of extremely recommended photos – chosen from an astonishing 49,957 entries from 95 nations – judges have had their work lower out.
As effectively as showcasing the drama, resilience and number of life on Earth – from hungry massive cats to bees busy at work – the photographs supply a glimpse of the impression humankind has on its wild neighbours.
“What most impressed the jury was the range of subjects, from absolute beauty, rarely seen behaviours and species, to images that are stark reminders of what we are doing to the natural world,” mentioned chair of the judging panel, Kathy Moran. “We felt a powerful tension between wonder and woe that we believe came together to create a thought-provoking collection of photographs.’”
Wildlife TV presenters and conservationists Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin announce class winners – in addition to the distinguished Grand Title and Young Grand Title Awards – on 10 October. The Natural History Museum will showcase 100 images in an exhibition from 13 October forward of a UK and worldwide tour.
Museum director Dr Doug Gurr added: “The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition reveals some of nature’s most wondrous sights whilst offering hope and achievable actions visitors can take to help protect the natural world.”
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is developed and produced by the Natural History Museum, London.
Gallery: a choice of extremely recommended photos
Main picture: Max Waugh/Wildlife Photographer of the Year
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