| Copyright | Photos submitted to “Stories of Survival” remain the intellectual property of entrant. However, they may be used to promote the competition during the entry period. Winning photographs may also be used for promotional purposes after the competition has closed. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 11 August 2021 |
| Entry fee | £10 for up to five photos. Additional images may be submitted for £2 each. |
FinishedPrizes:
- Top prize in the adult Wildlife Warrior section is a Nikon Z 6II + 24-70 mm lens
- Category winners as follows:
Mammals: GITZO Systematic Tripod + 3 months Adobe Photography Plan
Birds: GITZO Systematic Tripod + Lowepro Pro Trekker 450 AW III + 3 months Adobe Photography Plan
Hepetofauna and fish: Lowepro Whistler 450 AW III + 12 months Adobe Photography Plan
Invertebrates: Lowepro Pro Trekker 350 AW III + 12 months Adobe Photography Plan
Conservation in action: The role of Zoos and Aquariums: Lowepro Flipside 400 + 12 months Adobe Photography Plan
Conservation in action: Stories from the field: GITZO traveler tripod + 12 months Adobe Photography Plan - Top prize in 18 and under Young Warrior competition is a one to one Nikon School training session.
Age bracket winners recieve Joby Gorilla pods
Categories:
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Mammals
Birds
Herpetofauna and fish
Invertebrates
Conservation in action: the role of zoos and aquariums
Conservation in action: stories from the field
Winners will be announced in September 2021
Image requirements: JPEG format and RGB colour space and be a minimum of 2000 pixels on the shortest side and a maximum of 10 MB in size. No watermarks, signatures or borders.
Online submission of digital images via the website.
Judging criteria: overall visual impact, aesthetic qualities including composition, originality, technical expertise and caption content
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Who can enter animal photography contests?
Most animal contests welcome photographers worldwide, from hobbyists to professionals. Many prioritize ethical shooting practices and authentic animal behavior—review guidelines to confirm if your work aligns with wildlife conservation, pet photography, or artistic animal portrait focuses.
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What prizes do animal photography contests offer?
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Frequently asked questions — International photography contests
Who can enter international photography contests?
Most international contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of nationality or experience level. Always verify eligibility on the official contest page—some restrict by age (18+), amateur/professional status, or thematic focus.
Are international photography contests free to enter?
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What prizes do international photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which international contest to enter?
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