Photography gives us amazing chances to see parts of nature many might never experience firsthand. The 2025 World Nature Photography Awards recently announced its winners after reviewing thousands of entries from photographers across 48 different countries.
Slovenia's Maruša Puhek claimed the top honor as Nature Photographer of the Year with her captivating image of two deer running through a snow-covered vineyard. Alongside Puhek’s win, other standout entries include Marcio Esteves Cabral’s glowing wildflowers and Paul Goldstein’s striking black-and-white shot of cheetahs. Here are some of the most unforgettable images from the 2025 competition.
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