Spectacular Nature and Wildlife Winning Photos from the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards

Winner: Estebane Rezkallah, France
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The 2025 Sony World Photography Open Competition celebrated the talent of photographers worldwide with 15 extraordinary nature and wildlife images, capturing the essence of our planet’s beauty and power. These award-winning photos, ranging from dramatic natural events to delicate macro details, inspire awe and a deeper connection to the wonders of the natural world.

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Shortlist: Hasan Bağlar, Cyprus
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Shortlist: Christopher Baker, United States
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Shortlist: Peter Delaney, Ireland
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Shortlist: Anirban Dutta, India
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Shortlist: Ilena Fasci, Italy
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Shortlist: Daniel Hannabuss, United Kingdom
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Shortlist: Pedro Jarque Krebs, Peru
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Shortlist: Tara Keane, Ireland
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Shortlist: Gianni Maitan, Italy
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Shortlist: Hira Punjabi, India
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Shortlist: Mohammad Anisur Rahman, Bangladesh
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Shortlist: Martin Steenhaut, Belgium
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Shortlist: Jake Virus, United States
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Shortlist: Klara Zamourilova, Czechia
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