Photography competition back celebrating local wildlife
An annual photography competition, open to both amateur and professional enthusiasts of all ages, is back.The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) has launched its annual nature photography competition for 2025.This year's prizes include a smart bird feeder camera with AI species recognition and and a chance for photos to be featured in the trust's 2026 wildlife calendar.BBOWT's events manager Serena Millen-Quinn said: "Every year we're blown away by the creativity and talent on display. It's a real reminder of how important the natural world is to people."
She added the trust was continuing its mobile phone category after it "proved hugely popular"."Whether you're snapping a fox in your garden or a butterfly on one of our reserves, we'd love to see your photos," she added.Chris Deeney, a regular competition judge, said: "A top tip to stand out with some great photos is to take a moment to observe your subject."Often, slow and steady wins the race, if you are patient and stay silent then wildlife may come to you."
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