The beauty of wild nature

On the afternoon of October 12, 2024, the awards ceremony and opening of the Vietnam Wildlife Photography Exhibition 2024 took place at Vivo City Shopping Center, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.

This competition is jointly organized and sponsored by the Vietnam Wildlife Photography Club (VWPC), Wildlife Research and Tourism Services Company (Wildtour LTD), BirdLife International, and the Ho Chi Minh City Photography Association.

A representative of the Organizing Committee delivered the opening speech for the exhibition. Photo: Canon Vietnam

The contest, launched from July 15th to August 30th, received 402 entries from 117 authors both domestically and internationally.

Notably, the competition organizers received many unique entries, capturing magical moments of high interaction between birds, wild animals, and the stunning natural environment of Vietnam.

After the submission deadline, the judging panel, including photographer Hoang The Nhiem, photographer Dang Ngoc Sam Thuong, photographer Bui Trong Hieu, Dr. Yong Ding Li and Master Nguyen Hoai Bao (bird experts), and Dr. Le Khac Quyet (mammal expert), selected 75 outstanding photographs from 45 authors to award prizes and display in an exhibition, attracting global attention and highlighting the need for international cooperation in the conservation of migratory bird species.

Photos displayed at the exhibition. Photo: Canon Vietnam

The first prize went to the photograph "Snub-nosed Monkey" by Chung Van Thanh. According to the judging panel, this photograph was meticulously crafted and demonstrated the photographer's dedication, as capturing a picture of a snub-nosed monkey is no easy feat. This endemic primate species is now very rare and is being strictly protected to prevent extinction.

10(1).jpg — Artwork: The Snub-nosed Monkey - Author: Chung Van Thanh

The judging panel also announced 2 second prizes, 3 third prizes, 4 consolation prizes, and other special awards such as the Most Impressive Photo, Best Photo of Endemic Birds, Best Photo of Migratory Birds Along the Coast, Best Photo of Endemic Animals , etc., for several other authors.

11(1).jpg — Artwork: Whales and Seagulls - Author: Huynh Van Truyen

12(1).jpg — Artwork: Red-billed Magpie - Artist: Tran Nhat Tien

13(1).jpg — Artwork: Red-winged Thrush - Artist: Do Xuan Tam

According to the Organizing Committee, through the lens of the photographers, this photo contest and exhibition showcases beautiful moments of Vietnamese birds and animals in their natural habitats to the public. Beyond the visual beauty, each image captured from various regions tells a vivid story about wild animals and their connection to the diverse ecosystems of Vietnam.