Audubon Photography Awards

This page links to the Audubon Photography Awards contest for residents of the United States and Canada. If you would like to participate in the Chile and Colombia contest, visit this link. Si es residente de  Chile o Colombia y desea participar en el concurso de los Premios de fotografía Audubon, visite este enlace. 

About the Contest

One of the most respected nature photography competitions in the world, the Audubon Photography Awards celebrates the beauty and diversity of birds by honoring the best photos and videos of birdlife. The winning images, chosen from thousands of entries, capture a dazzling array of bird species and behaviors. They also illustrate the essential relationship between birds and the habitats they need to thrive.

This year, the Audubon Photography Awards will offer new sets of prizes for entrants on two continents—spanning, just as birds do, vibrant cultures and vital ecosystems across the Western Hemisphere. Entrants from the United States and Canada, and from Chile and Colombia, will each be eligible for cash prizes and a chance to have their images featured in Audubon magazine.

Explore the information below to learn about the contest for U.S. and Canada residents, including expert judges, rules, and all-new prizes. With the addition of Birds Without Borders and Conservation Prizes, we’re showcasing not only how birds connect us, but also how photography inspires action to protect them. 

Entry Period - The Contest Is Now Closed

The contest was open to photography and video submissions until March 5, 2025 at 12 p.m. (noon) U.S. Eastern Time; 11 a.m. CST; 10 a.m. MST; and 9 a.m. PST.

Entry Fee

The entry fee is $15 per image or video for individuals in the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec). No payment is required for submissions to the Youth division for entrants who are 13 to 17 years of age.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Contest begins January 15, 2025 and ends March 5, 2025. Must be at least 13 years of age and a legal resident of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, or Canada (excluding Quebec) to enter. Entrants under the age of majority must get permission from their parent or legal guardian to enter. Rules here.