01 GLISTENING-GREEN TANAGER BY NICOLAS REUSENS BEST PORTRAIT: GOLD
“Venturing into the tropical forest in the Mashpi Amagusa Reserve, Ecuador, I was excited to spot the rare glistening-green tanager. After hours of waiting, I saw the vivid-green bird on a perfect heart-shaped leaf. Its shimmering feathers reflected a dazzling array of colours. I captured every detail, grateful for this magical moment amid the lush jungle backdrop.”
Lens Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD
Exposure 1/500 sec, f/7.1, ISO400
02 A MOTHER’S LOVE BY QIUQING MU BIRD BEHAVIOUR: BRONZE
“A great grey owl adult was hunting in a wheat field, and a juvenile