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"Wandering through a sea of blazing magenta fireweed, this polar bear hunted
for Arctic terns among the rocks. After successfully netting a morning snack,
it settled down among the flowers to rest, which is when photographer
Christopher Paetkau snapped its portrait. The resultant shot led to him being
declared the winner of the latest Nature Photography Contest.
“The scene was surreal,” said Paetkau, “the golden hues of sunrise mingled with
the vibrant fireweed, creating a breathtaking backdrop. This fleeting
experience was a powerful reminder of the raw magic and tranquillity of the
Arctic wilderness.”
The shot alludes, judges noted, to the adaptability of wildlife in changing
environments.
But it also highlights the vulnerability of polar bears as the climate crisis
warms the Arctic, damaging the sea ice habitats on which the bears rely to
hunt, live and breed.
It’s the second year of the photography contest, which is designed to pay
tribute to our planet’s delicate beauty, said organisers, as they unveiled the
12 category winners.
They are now preparing for the third edition, which will launch in May. “These
photographs are more than just images: they are calls to action,” explained
Lesley de Beer, competition manager.
“We seek to inspire a deeper appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us and
the responsibility we all share in protecting it.”"
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*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
