![On the left, a bear sits on a cliff covered in greenery, overlooking a foggy, bird-filled chasm. On the right, sunlight filters through a dense forest, illuminating hanging lichen and branches.](https://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2024/07/BigPicture-Comp-300x157.jpg)
Stunning Photo Competition Shines a Light on Earth’s Amazing Biodiversity
The California Academy of Sciences has revealed the winners of its BigPicture Photography Competition which celebrates Earth's biodiversity and highlights the threats it faces.