Maryland 2023 - National Wildlife® magazine is excited to announce the opening of their 52nd annual photo contest. Be among the first to enter the National Wildlife Photo Contest today! Whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer, National Wildlife® magazine would love to see some of your best images of wildlife and wild lands, whether from around the world or your own backyard.
You can submit images in any of these nine categories:
- Birds
- Mammals
- Baby Animals (young of any species)
- Other Wildlife (underwater life, reptiles, amphibians, insects, spiders, macro and more)
- Landscapes & Plants (from broad vistas to single blooms)
- People in Nature (enjoying wildlife or the outdoors)
- Mobile (entries taken with phones or tablets)
- Portfolio Category (for up to 10 images built around a common theme related to nature or conservation)
- Young Nature Photographers (age 13-17)
Winners will receive cash prizes. The grand prize winner will be honored with the National Wildlife Nature’s Witness Award and receive $5,000. The winner of the portfolio category will receive $750. In each of the eight additional categories, first place wins $500 and second place wins $250. Photo contest entrants are also eligible for the People’s Choice Award. Anyone 13+ years of age can get in on the fun and vote.
In addition to cash prizes, all winners will be announced in a press release, highlighted through our social media channels and published in print and/or online.
This long-running, prestigious contest is unique because it celebrates wildlife, habitats and the natural world with an eye on conservation. Modest entry fees support the conservation work of the National Wildlife Federation and help inspire our millions of members and supporters to care about wildlife and act on its behalf.
