Beautiflul Finalist Images from the 2025 BigPicture Natural World People’s Choice Award

“Look At Me!” by Reiko Takahashi, Japan

BigPicture has revealed 20 breathtaking finalists for the 2025 Natural World People’s Choice Award, opening public voting through July 31 to spotlight the most compelling image.

These photographs, chosen for their storytelling and visual impact, explore nature’s beauty and vulnerability through wildlife moments, scenic landscapes, and environmental encounters. The finalist with the most votes will receive a $300 prize, a feature on the BigPicture site, and an exhibition display at the California Academy of Sciences. By casting a vote, viewers support conservation-minded photography and join in honoring the artists behind these powerful images.

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“Vulture Restaurant” by Alain Schroeder, France

“Circle of Life” by Angel Fitor, Spain

“Maternal Huddle” by Anton Sorokin, United States

“Hitchhiker” by Caitlin Winskill, Australia

“Relaxing in the Snow” by Daniel Valverde Fernandez, Spain

“Aspen Shadows” by Devon Pradhuman, United States

“Sniff” by Doug Gimesy, Australia

“In Mother’s Arms” by Dvir Barkay, United States

“Cicada Awakening” by Gavin Koester, United States

“Blue Dream” by Haiyong Cai, China

“Fortress” by Iacopo Nerozzi, Italy

“Pathfinders” by Jonas Beyer, Denmark

“The Frigatebird and the Diamond Ring” by Liron Gertsman, Canada

“Big Hair Day” by Nick Kanakis, United States

“Powerless” by Niki Colemont, Belgium

“Dance of the Elements” by Philipp Egger, Italy

“Nuptial Gift” by Piotr Naskrecki, United States

“Trapped” by Roman Willi, Switzerland

“Urchin Spines” by Sayaka Ichinoseki, Japan