Orcas and polar bears: Best wildlife photos of 2026
The Natural History Museum in London is preparing to exhibit the winners of the 62nd Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. The collection features 100 images selected for their technical excellence and emotional impact.
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Wildlife photography serves as a vital tool for environmental awareness and documenting the natural world.
Orcas and polar bears: Best wildlife photos of 2026 Touching and spectacular moments from the animal kingdom are always among the favorites in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. All finalists will soon be on display at London's Natural History Museum. Image: Audun Rikardsen/Wildlife Photographer of the Year A mosquito meets a viper London's Natural History Museum is offering a sneak peek ahead of an exhibition. It'll show all award-winning images of the 62nd Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, developed and produced by the museum. "Biting Back" by Andrea and Maceo Grammatico is currently on display: The razor-sharp close-up of a fer-de-lance viper captures the mosquito as it appears to be sucking blood.
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