Photography

As the sunrise creates a gradient of oranges, blues, an purples four male Sharp-tailed Grouse spread their wings, low to the ground, as they try to impress a mate.
Photography

Fall In Love With the Ancient Dance of the Sharp-tailed Grouse

By Benjamin Alva Polley
February 22, 2023 — Beguiled by the birds’ courtship ritual, wildlife photographer Noppadol Paothong makes a difficult journey to document their glory so that others can appreciate it.
Shey Smith (left) and Tatyana Soto (right)
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How Bird Photographers Shey Smith and Tatyana Soto Developed Their Passion

By Gabrielle Saleh
July 11, 2022 — Smith and Soto talked with us about all things bird photography, including how they took the leap to chase after their passion.
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A Close Look at the Early (and Awkward) Days of Baby City Birds

By Andrew Garn and Meaghan Lee Callaghan
July 06, 2017 — As captured by a New York City photographer and wildlife-rehab volunteer.
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These Vivid Bird Photographs Nearly Fly off the Screen

By Hannah Waters
October 06, 2016 — Sean Graesser's bird portraits imitate life in the style of John James Audubon.
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Nine Stunning Photos of the Island at the End of the World

By Becca Cudmore
May 17, 2016 — Photographer and adventurer Kike Calvo documents the magnificent diversity of South America’s “Staten Island.”
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2015 Audubon Photography Awards Top 100

By The Editors
April 26, 2015 — Of the 9,000+ photos submitted, these were our judges' favorites.
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Time Lapse

April 26, 2015 — Over the past century, wildlife photography has become a bridge between art and science, thanks to a few ingenious inventions.
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Skull-binding Bird Photos

By Dan Nosowitz
April 07, 2015 — How a retired dentist used his technical knowledge to capture incredible shots of birds.
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The Gannets' Dinner Guest

By Emma Bryce
March 06, 2015 — An award-winning photographer chats about getting in the water with the graceful seabirds.