Winning photographs range across the board as to the species and artistic values, as well as the biology and behavior that may be documented (Mourning Dove photograph by James Tornetta). Whether it’s photographic art or avian biology, this image of a feeding frenzy of Northern Shovelers was taken by Steve Jessmore.

Hurry, this is the last week to enter your best bird photos in the Audubon Bird Photography Awards competition. The contest remains open to photography and video submissions until Noon EST March 5th, so the clock is winding down fast. Take a chance and enter your best bird photos this year! The winning photographs will be featured in Audubon magazine – and you can win a significant cash prize – the Grand Prize is $5,000! So enter your best bird photos and videos in the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards now.

You can enter your best bird photos in 6 categories, that include: The Conservation category ($1,500 prize), the Female Bird category ($1,500 prize), the Plants for Birds category ($1,500 prize), the Birds Without Borders category ($1,500 prize), The Youth category for 13 to 17 year olds (6 days at the Hog Island Audubon Camp for Teens in Maine); the Video Prize ($2,500 prize), and the Grand Prize, which is selected from among all the photographers’ entries ($5,000 prize!).

To learn more about each category and how to enter your photos or videos, see 2025 Official Contest Rules | Audubon