Experience nature’s beauty through the lenses of top photographers!

Nature photography beautifully captures the wonders of the natural world. Each year, photographers from around the globe enter competitions like the Nature’s Best Photography (NBP) International Awards, one of the most respected contests in the field.

In 2024, the awards received over 25,000 entries across 11 categories, showcasing the incredible diversity of wildlife and landscapes.

This year, the Grand Prize was awarded to Mangesh Ratnakar Desai from Pune, Maharashtra, India, for his stunning photograph of two Bengal tigers. This image captures a mother tiger playfully teaching her cub important survival lessons, highlighting their unique bond and the realities of life in the wild.

Young photographers also shone this year, with Alberto Román Gómez from Cádiz, Spain, named Youth Photographer of the Year, showcasing the next generation’s talents in nature photography.

The NBP International Awards aim to inspire appreciation for wildlife and emphasize the importance of conservation. The photographs tell powerful stories that reveal the intricate relationships within ecosystems and the challenges animals face daily. Many images were recognized as Highly Honored for their quality and emotional impact.

For those interested in photography and nature, the NBP website features a complete gallery of winning images and finalists. This collection reminds us of the beauty in our world and the urgent need to protect it for future generations. The awards celebrate creativity and encourage a deeper connection with nature.

See the award-winning images that wowed the world at the Nature’s Best Photography Awards 2024.

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Wildlife: Highly Honored – African Lion Cubs By Keith Bannerman

Keith Bannerman / NBP Awards

Wildlife: Highly Honored – Masai Giraffe And Calf By Thomas Nicholson

Thomas Nicholson / NBP Awards

Landscapes: Winner – “Fireworks” By Marcio Cabral

Grand Prize Winner: Bengal Tigers By Mangesh Ratnakar Desai

Mangesh Ratnakar Desai / NBP Awards

Polar Passion: Highly Honored – Emperor Penguin Chick By Stefan Christmann

Stefan Christmann / NBP Awards

Birds: Highly Honored – Bald Eagle Fight By Michael Despines

Michael Despines / NBP Awards

Landscapes: Highly Honored – Dancing The Sumba By Cyndy B. Waters

Cyndy B. Waters / NBP Awards

Ocean Views: Highly Honored – Green Sea Turtles In Cave By Leighton Lum

Leighton Lum / NBP Awards

Wildlife: Highly Honored – Bengal Tiger By Krishna Daga

Krishna Daga / NBP Awards

Animal Antics: Winner – Kit Fox Pair By Brian Clopp

Brian Clopp / NBP Awards

Wildlife: Highly Honored – American Bison And Calf By Lara Ferraro

Lara Ferraro / NBP Awards

Polar Passion: Highly Honored – King Penguins Under Full Moon By Levi Fitze

Levi Fitze / NBP Awards

Landscapes: Highly Honored – Poplar Reflections On The Po River By Gianluca Gianferrari

Gianluca Gianferrari / NBP Awards

Youth: Highly Honored – Atlantic Puffin By Andrés Domínguez Blanco (Age 14)

Andrés Domínguez Blanco / NBP Awards

Birds: Highly Honored – Northern Hawk Owl By Liron Gertsman

Liron Gertsman / NBP Awards

Wildlife: Winnner – African Leopard Fight By Kevin Dooley

Kevin Dooley / NBP Awards

Animal Antics: Highly Honored – Emperor Penguin By Thomas Vijayan

Thomas Vijayan / NBP Awards

Polar Passion: Winner – Beluga Whale By Brett Freliche

Brett Freliche / NBP Awards

Polar Passion: Highly Honored – “Treasure On Ice” By Marek Jackowski

Marek Jackowski / NBP Awards

Outdoor Adventure: Highly Honored – Free Diver And Sperm Whales By Franco Banfi

Franco Banfi / NBP Awards

Ocean Views: Highly Honored – Giant Pacific Octopus By Mayumi Takeuchi-Ebbins

Mayumi Takeuchi-Ebbins / NBP Awards

Animal Antics: Highly Honored – Mountain Hares By Andy Parkinson

Andy Parkinson / NBP Awards

Art In Nature: Highly Honored – Spotted Eagle Ray By Joaquin Fregoni

Joaquin Fregoni / NBP Awards

Polar Passion: Highly Honored – Emperor Penguins By Liwen Tao

Liwen Tao / NBP Awards

Landscapes: Highly Honored – Hummocks By Alessandra Meniconzi

Alessandra Meniconzi / NBP Awards

Ocean Views: Highly Honored – Humpback Whales Bubble Netting By Scott Portelli

Scott Portelli / NBP Awards

Birds: Highly Honored – Parakeet Biting Monitor Lizard By Hira Punjabi

Hira Punjabi / NBP Awards

Animal Antics: Highly Honored – Barred Owlets By Glenn Nelson

Glenn Nelson / NBP Awards

Conservation Story, Single Image: Highly Honored – Chimpanzee Rescue By Marcus Westberg

Marcus Westberg / NBP Awards

Ocean Views: Highly Honored – Blenny In Brain Coral By Pietro Formis

Pietro Formis / NBP Awards

The Nature’s Best Photography International Awards highlights the incredible talent of photographers worldwide. Their beautiful images inspire us to explore wildlife and remind us why conservation is essential.

The Grand Prize and other honored entries showcase the unique stories of animals and their environments, allowing us to connect with nature in meaningful ways. As we enjoy these stunning photographs, we are encouraged to support efforts to protect our planet.

The NBP awards show the power of photography to bring people together and create a deeper understanding of the world around us.