Photographer Films ‘Longest, Most Intense’ Grizzly Bear Fight He’s Ever Seen
A wildlife photographer captured the "longest, most intense grizzly bear fight" he has ever seen in his two-decade-long career guiding brown bear photography.
Nikon Z8 Hands-On: This Apple Didn’t Fall Far From the Z9 Tree
As a parent, you hope that your children will emulate your best traits, but also blaze new trails and achieve greatness beyond their own. You hope that lessons will be learned from your own mistakes and that your weaknesses will not be theirs. Is the Nikon Z9 a proud parent?
Heike Odermatt Teaches People to Love Nature Through Photography
PetaPixel saw nature photographer Heike Odermatt's work featured in the "Gallery" section of the most recent issue of Elements Magazine and was instantly struck by Odermatt's featured image of a reflection in a harsh, Arctic landscape.
‘A Mother’s Desperation’ Captured in Powerful Wildlife Photo
A wildlife photographer in Africa captured a photo that powerfully illustrates "a mother's desperation" in protecting her offspring from harm.
Photos of the Tarantula Migration Through a Small Town in Colorado
In the southeast corner of Colorado sits a small town of just under 7,000 people called La Junta. Not only is this small town unique, what happens just outside of it is even more so: thousands of tarantulas “migrate” annually through the Comanche National Grasslands.
A Collaborative Quest to Save an Endangered Toad from Extinction
The boreal toad is Colorado’s only alpine species of toad; this high-altitude amphibian lives at 7,000 to 12,000 feet of elevation in mountain ponds and lakes. They used to thrive, but are now facing a severely declining population.
Urban Wildlife Photographer Reflects on Journey Across Canada
Canadian wildlife photographer Andrew Budziak has wrapped up his "Edge of Frame" urban wildlife photography video series with a pair of final episodes featuring whales in Newfoundland and Labrador and raccoons in Budziak's hometown of Toronto, Ontario.
Dazzling Photos of Fireflies Lighting Up a Wildlife Sanctuary in India
A photographer has captured spectacular new photos of billions of fireflies blanketing the trees of a wildlife sanctuary in India.
The Winners of the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2023
The German Society for Nature Photography (GDT) has announced the winners of its annual member's competition, the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2023.
Photographer Captures ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Photo of a Wolverine
A photographer attempting to shoot ospreys in the wild was not having much luck when suddenly an ultra-rare wolverine appeared.
Wildlife Photographer Finds ‘Croczilla,’ Largest Croc in the Florida Everglades
A wildlife photographer hunting for a famous crocodile named "Croczilla" in the Florida Everglades finally had her patience pay off when she stumbled across the gigantic creature at a pond.
‘Remembering Leopards’ is the 8th Book in a Series Dedicated to Saving Wildlife
The Remembering Wildlife organization has announced Remembering Leopards, the eighth book in a series designed to bring attention to species that are threatened around the world.
‘Mystery’ Creature Caught on Camera Puzzles State Park Officials
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials are puzzled by a "mystery animal" caught on a game camera in the Rio Grande Valley last week. Officials wondered if the creature could be a new species or an escaped animal from a nearby zoo.
Urban Wildlife Photography Teaches People About Their Shy Neighbors
In the latest episodes of Andrew Budziak's "Edge of Frame" series about urban wildlife photography, he continues his trek eastward across Canada, this time making productive stops in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Montreal, Quebec.
How and Where to Photograph Moose
What is the animal sighting that tops many visitors’ wishlists in Yellowstone, Canada, or Alaska? You might think the answer is straightforward: grizzly bears. Wolves. Bison. The answer, however, is moose!
Randy Johnson is in Cooperstown Again, This Time for Photography
Baseball season is back, and while Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson no longer takes the mound, he remains in the spotlight. However, instead of being lauded for his dominant strikeouts, Johnson is now captivating crowds with his photography.
Photos from Remote Moneron Island: A Hidden Wildlife Paradise
Wildlife photographer Dmitry Kokh has traveled worldwide in pursuit of amazing wildlife images. Specializing in large marine animals and underwater photography, few locations are as perfect for Kokh as Moneron Island in the Russian Far East.
The Ups and Downs of Using Camera Traps for Wildlife Photography
Canadian wildlife photographer Andrew Budziak has released the second episode in his new video series, "Edge of Frame." The six-part series follows Budziak on a journey across Canada to capture beautiful urban wildlife photography.
New Series Focuses on the Uniqueness of Urban Wildlife Photography
Toronto-based wildlife photographer Andrew Budziak has launched a new video series, "Edge of Frame," focusing on urban wildlife across Canada. The series is made in conjunction with Narcity and will feature six episodes, each focusing on a specific urban critter that calls a Canadian city home.
Photographer Captures Amazing Shot of Snake Hidden in the Sand
A photographer traveled to Namibia to capture well-camouflaged snakes that exclusively live in the sub-Saharan African country.
Portrait of Evicted Fox Wins 2023 British Wildlife Photography Awards
The winners of the 2023 British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) have been announced. An image of a red fox walking through its destroyed habitat has earned the top prize.
How to Build a DIY Camera Trap for Amazing Wildlife Photography
As a wildlife photographer, I'm always looking for ways to capture stunning images of animals in their natural habitats. One technique I've found to be incredibly effective is using a custom-made, DIY, DSLR camera trap, which is a camera setup that is triggered by the movement of an animal.
Grizzly 399: Where to Photograph the World’s Most Famous Bear
When a grizzly bear appears in Wyoming's Grand Teton or Yellowstone National Park, traffic comes to a grinding halt. Hundreds of cars get stuck in a traffic jam that can go on for miles - called a bear jam - and everyone's heart rate goes up in the hopes of spotting this legendary predator. Seeing a wild grizzly is the highlight of many family vacations.
Camouflaged Crocodile Portrait Wins World Nature Photography Awards
The World Nature Photography Awards (WNPA) has announced its winners and German photographer Jens Cullmann has won the grand prize with a portrait of a crocodile lurking in dry mud in Zimbabwe.
Rare Photos of Thriving Wildlife in the DMZ Between North and South Korea
Newly-released photos show the diverse and flourishing wildlife inside the Korean demilitarized zone (DMZ) that has been left untouched for 70 years.
Researchers Turn Dead Birds into Drones That Could Spy On People
Scientists are turning dead birds into drones that could be used to spy on wildlife and people.
Photographer Catches Falcon Hitching a Ride on a Goose
A wildlife photographer captured a "once in a lifetime" photo of a peregrine falcon hitching a ride on a goose.
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."