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CONTEST OPEN FOR ENTRIES

The 2017 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest is now accepting submissions. We're looking for spectacular pictures that tell the story of animals, lands, and environments around the world. The deadline to enter is November 17 at 12 p.m. EST.

Check back each week to see a gallery of our photo editors' favorite submissions to the competition.

CATEGORIES

Submit your best photos to one of four categories: wildlife, landscapes, aerials, and underwater.

OFFICIAL PRIZES

The grand-prize winner will receive $7,500. Their winning image will be published in an upcoming issue of National Geographic magazine and featured on the @NatGeo Instagram account.

One first-place winner will be selected from each of the four categories. Each winner will receive $2,500.

YOU BE THE JUDGE

Have a favorite photo entry? From December 1-11, 2017, our fans will vote for their favorite photos. Images with the most votes will be named the Peoples’ Choice winner. Return daily to vote for your top picks!

Competition Link