Why Every Wildlife Photographer Should Safari in Kenya’s Masai Mara
Every year from late June through early October, wildlife photographers flock to Masai Mara National Reserve, an area of preserved savannah wilderness in southwestern Kenya.
Photographer Captures Beauty from Iceland to the Edges of the Earth
Pelican Pro photographer and filmmaker Benjamin Hardman was so drawn to arctic landscapes, he traded in his life on the warm shores of Australia to live in Iceland, one of the harshest environments on Earth.
City Finds Its Wildlife Trail Camera Filled with Bear Selfies
A government agency in Colorado received a surprise recently when it checked on a wildlife trail camera and found that out of hundreds of photos captured, a majority of them were "bear selfies."
Photographer Catches ‘Angry Bird’ in Real-Life
A wildlife photographer in Nebraska has captured a photo that proves the birds from the hit game Angry Birds really do exist in the real world.
Hands-On with the Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 Sports Lens: Lots to Like
The Sigma 60-600mm for Sony E-Mount is a versatile, compelling, and unique lens with a mindblowing 10x optical zoom range. As with any all-in-one lens, it’s not without its compromises, and the $2000 price puts it up against Sony’s native FE 200–600mm f/5.6–6.3 G OSS, even though the Sigma has a more versatile zoom range.
Acclaimed Travel Photographer Shares 7 Must-Take Expedition Cruises
Today, interest in adventure travel is at an all-time high. Most modern day travelers design their travel itineraries based on the exciting experiences that it will provide. For photographers, this is especially true, as portfolio worthy images often come from adventurous experiences.
Groundbreaking AI Camera Trap Can Protect Wildlife in Remote Areas
A team of scientists has developed a groundbreaking artificially intelligent (AI) camera trap that could help protect wildlife from poachers.
Photographer Captures Stunning Fox Photos with DIY Camera Trap
A photographer in Wisconsin has captured a series of stunning photos of a fox after the curious creature decided to take a closer look at his homemade camera trap.
Camera Catches Raccoon Adorably Trying to Catch Falling Snow
Here's a video that should put a smile on your face and a fuzzy feeling in your heart: a home security camera in Washington State has captured footage of a raccoon trying to catch snowflakes falling from the sky.
Photo Ark: A Photographer’s Mission to Capture 20,000 Animal Species
Joel Sartore has been photographing the National Geographic Photo Ark since 2006. He has traveled to zoos, aquariums, and wildlife sanctuaries on every continent except Antarctica to encourage action through education, save wildlife by promoting conservation, and create a photo archive of global animal diversity.
Bear Cub Adjusts Trail Camera With Amazing Results
A bear cub adjusted a trail camera with surprisingly good results in Northern Minnesota.
How Nick Brandt Shot ‘The Day May Break – Chapter Two’
Nick Brandt is a conservation photographer whose themes highlight humankind's destructive impact on animals and the natural world. The Day May Break – Chapter Two was shot in Bolivia, a country in western-central South America, over six weeks in February-March 2022.
Photographer Builds Pond Complete With Hide Where He Captures Wildlife
A photographer built his own wildlife pond with an adjacent photo hide so he could capture beautiful photos of flora and fauna.
Photos of the Annual Flamingos Festival at Pulicat Lake in India
Pulicat lake of Tamil Nadu, India is a safe haven for thousands of flamingos every year during the spring and autumn migration seasons.
9 Tips For Photographing Wildlife In Winter
Most photographers would agree that wildlife photography is challenging, even in pleasant conditions. OM SYSTEM Ambassador and Colorado-based photographer Arthur Leforestier, however, enjoys the challenge and rewards that come with photographing wildlife in harsh winter environments. Capturing compelling images of wild animals in the cold winter months requires careful planning and creative photography, and Leforestier shares with PetaPixel what he has learned throughout his career.
Footage of Frozen Turtles Coming Back to Life Shot in Custom Forest Studio
Painted turtles are the world's most northerly turtles and to survive the freezing temperatures they have developed a unique hibernation method.
Close-Up Crocodile Photo Wins the 2022 Mangrove Photography Awards
The winners of the 2022 Mangrove Photography Awards have been announced with a close-up portrait of an American crocodile in Cuba taking being crowned the overall winner.
The Winners of PetaPixel’s Wild Personalities Photo Contest
The Galápagos Islands is a bucket list destination for almost any photographer, thanks to the remote archipelago's diverse wildlife and stunning scenery. After winning the grand prize of the PetaPixel Wild Personalities Photo Contest, sponsored by OM SYSTEM and Lindblad Expeditions, one photographer and their chosen guest will be able to experience the “living museum and showcase of evolution” onboard Lindblad Expeditions' newest ship, the National Geographic Islander II, as well as an OM SYSTEM OM-1 camera kit.
Photographer Builds African Watering Hole to Capture Amazing Photos
Photographer Will Burrard-Lucas built a waterhole in Kenya's Southern Rift Valley and captured a series of stunning wildlife photos.
Photo of Gorilla Family’s Tender Moment Wins the 2022 Africa in Focus Contest
A moving photo of a newborn gorilla's older brother touching its head has won the top prize in the 2022 Wilderness Safaris Africa in Focus photo awards.