Audubon Photography Awards

July 07, 2017 — Explore the incredible pool of photographs our judges had to choose from, along with each image's backstory.

July 06, 2017 — Congratulations to the champions—and to all those who strive to share the beauty of birds.

January 24, 2017 — Don't miss your chance to enter your amazing bird photos in this year's competition!

April 21, 2016 — For the first time ever, there’s a sage-grouse.

April 21, 2016 — The seventh annual contest came down to the wire—a true photo finish.

April 26, 2015 — See the beautiful photos that took the top prizes last year. In association with Nature’s Best Photography.

Everything you need to know about our rules and submission requirements.

Your work will be evaluated by a panel of bird photographers, videographers and experts.

Showing a sincere respect for birds and the places they need to thrive must come before getting that perfect photo or footage. Here’s how to capture bird photos and videos responsibly.