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A northern gannet seems to burst through the sun as it pierces down through the water. The handsome northern gannets lead a dualistic existence. In the nest, their newborn is carefully nurtured, and a couple’s bond is reinforced by pointing sharp beaks to the sky as they tenderly stroke their white necks together. In flight, hunting mode takes over, and piercing yellow eyes, fringed with blue circles, scour the sea for prey. Their long wingspan and streamlined bodies make flying look effortless, gliding along with just the occasional pulse of their wings. When fish are spotted, the gannets fly into the wind and stretch out their wings as brakes, precisely adjusting their position in relation to their quarry. Moments later, with wings tucked in tightly, the gannet shape-shifts into a pointed torpedo, diving into the water at speeds of up to 86 km/ph. Even Olympic divers will not exceed 60km/ph, and these seabirds are specially adapted for the impact: muscles along the neck lock their vertebrae into place and air sacs in the face and chest act as airbags. Even their nostrils are evolved for this aquatic existence, located internally to prevent water ingress during fishing dives. Shetland, Scotland note: discarded fish used as bait

Dynamic Photo of Gannet Bursting From the Sea Wins Bird Photographer of the Year 2026

Sep 22, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The winners of Bird Photographer of the Year 2026 are in, and the top prize went to a photo that doesn’t look like a bird…

Microscopic Video Revealing a Rare Lung Disease Wins Nikon Small World in Motion 2026

Sep 18, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The day I anxiously wait for every year has come: Nikon Small World in Motion has announced its 2026 winners. And like every year, the…

Celestial “Shark” wins ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 18

Sep 17, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The Royal Observatory Greenwich has announced the winners of the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 18, and the 2026 overall winner is a dark…

2026 Audubon Photography Awards Winners Announced

Sep 2, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The National Audubon Society has announced the winners of the 2026 Audubon Photography Awards, now in its seventeenth year. Judges once again awarded prizes to…

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026: Sneak Peek at Exquisite Photos Submitted So Far

Aug 26, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year is one of those contests I wait anxiously every year and I know that I’ll just love the photos….

Ice “Faces” Hidden in Frozen Lakes Win Minimalist Photographer of the Year 2026

Aug 25, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

The Minimalist Photography Awards has just announced the winner of its 2026 edition. This year’s title of Minimalist Photographer of the Year goes to Marcin…

2026 International Pet Photography Awards Sees a Historic Triple Win

Aug 4, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

We recently published the finalists of the 2026 International Pet Photography Awards. And now, ladies and gentlemen, the winner is… Callie Soden! The USA-based photographer…

DIYPhotography x INNOCN Photo Contest Winners Announced

Aug 4, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

The results are in! See who won the DIYPhotography x INNOCN Photo Contest, including the Public Vote winner, Judges’ Choice winner, and runners up.

Vote for the Best Photo in the DIYPhotography x INNOCN Photo Contest

Jul 28, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

Public voting is now open for the DIYPhotography x INNOCN Photo Contest. Browse stunning entries, vote for your favorite photos, and help choose a winner!

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The 2026 International Pet Photography Awards Finalists Are Here – and the Bar Is High

Jul 21, 2026 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

If there’s one photography contest that proves pet photography is an art form and not just something people do with their phones when their pet’s…