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Mangrove Action Project has officially launched the 11th annual Mangrove Photography Awards and is inviting photographers worldwide to participate!

Each year, photographers share powerful images that tell the story of mangroves—highlighting their ecological significance, the threats they face, and the communities that depend on them. This year’s competition introduces exciting new elements to further celebrate mangrove photography—there’s new subcategories, new awards, and bigger prizes!

The competition welcomes participants of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels. A cash prize of $500 will be awarded to the winner of each category, while one exceptional photographer will be named Mangrove Photographer of the Year and receive a prize of $750.

With entries now open, we spoke with Leo Thom, Creative Director of the Mangrove Action Project, about what makes this year’s competition unique and how it continues to evolve.

More info: photography.mangroveactionproject.org | Instagram | Facebook | Instagram

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#1

"Adaptation Of Bengal Tiger" By Arijit Das, India

A Bengal tiger leaps across a ravine in dense forest, showcasing wildlife in conservation-focused photography.

Mangroves and Wildlife, Winner, 2021.

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    "Welcome Grinn" By Jenny Stock, Cuba

    Underwater crocodile swimming near mangrove roots highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Winner, 2020.

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    #3

    "Dancing Mudskipper" By Leo Liu, Taiwan

    Mudskipper fish on a muddy shore, showcasing wildlife in conservation-focused images for MPA 2025 entries.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Runner up, 2021.

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    #4

    "Friends At The Edge" By Jillian Morris, Bahamas

    Two sharks swimming underwater with fish and mangroves, highlighting marine conservation and MPA 2025 entries.

    Mangroves and Underwater, Highly commended, 2024.

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    #5

    "Dawn’s Serenade" By Aaron Ruy G. Musa, Philippines

    Single tree standing in calm water under a purple sky, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Landscape, Highly commended, 2023.

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    #6

    "Behind The City" By Shyjith Kannur, Uae

    Aerial view of lush mangroves and calm waters at sunset, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Landscapes, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #7

    "Mangroves At Dawn" By Melodi Roberts, USA

    Mangrove trees reflecting in calm water at sunset with a white bird flying, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 entries.

    Mangroves and Landscape, Runner up, 2021.

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    #8

    "Eye Contact" By Katanyou Wuttichaitanakorn, Thailand

    Close-up of a fish at water surface highlighting conservation featured in MPA 2025 past winning images.

    Young Mangrove Photographer of the Year, Winner, 2023.

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    #9

    "A Brave Livelihood" By Musfiqur Rahman, Bangladesh

    Man harvesting leaves in dense forest with sunlight filtering through trees, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Overall winner, 2021.

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    #10

    "Dreamlife Of Mangroves" By Melodi Roberts, USA

    Mangrove trees reflecting on calm water, highlighting conservation efforts featured in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Landscapes, Runner up, 2022.

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    #11

    "Mangrove Hunter" By Samuel Bloch, India

    Heron camouflaged in dense mangrove roots, highlighting conservation featured in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Highly commended, 2021.

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    #12

    "Séphora The Clam Diver" By Kris Pannecoucke, Democratic Republic Of The Congo

    Woman collecting shellfish in water with a wooden boat full of shells, representing MPA 2025 conservation efforts.

    Mangroves and People, Winner, 2023.

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    #13

    "Mud Bath Ritual" By Johannes Panji Christo, Indonesia

    Person covered in mud with leaves on head in a forest, illustrating conservation themes for MPA 2025 entries.

    Mangroves and People, Winner, 2024.

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    #14

    "Sinking Sundarbans" By Supratim Bhattacharjee, India

    Young girl standing near rough waters with scattered debris, highlighting conservation challenges in a coastal environment.

    Mangrove Photographer of the Year 2024.

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    #15

    "A Rare And Occasional Encounter" By Lorenzo Mittiga, Netherlands Antilles

    Colorful fish swimming among mangrove roots underwater, showcasing conservation in marine protected areas.

    Mangroves and Underwater, Runner up, 2021.

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    #16

    "Mud-Ring Feeding" By Mark Ian Cook, USA

    Dolphins swimming through murky water, highlighting marine conservation in MPA 2025 past winning images.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Winner, 2024.

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    #17

    "The Theatre Of Plastic" By Emanuele Biggi, Malaysia

    Hermit crab near plastic debris in dark mangrove roots highlighting conservation issues in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Threats, Winner, 2023.

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    #18

    Broken Mangrove By Dhany Darmansyah Saragih, Indonesia

    A person standing among mangrove roots in a dense forest highlighting conservation for MPA 2025 entries.

    Mangroves and Threats, Runner up, 2021.

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    #19

    "Flamingo" By Lorenzo Mittiga, Netherlands Antilles

    Two birds flying over lush mangroves and water, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 past winning images.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #20

    "Gathering" By Shyjith Onden Cheriyath, Uae

    A large group of flamingos standing in shallow water with city skyline and greenery, highlighting conservation efforts.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Highly commended, 2023.

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    #21

    "The Window View - A Coexistence" By Sreekumar Krishnan, India

    Thousands of flamingos at a wetland near urban buildings, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Threats, Highly commended, 2023.

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    #22

    "Nature And Space" By Jeff Thamert, USA

    Mangrove tree at night with a rocket launch arc in the background highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Threats, Runner up, 2024.

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    #23

    Foraging Bottlenose Dolphins By Mark Ian Cook, Us

    Dolphins swimming in dark water with sunlight highlighting their shapes, showcasing marine conservation in MPA 2025.

    Mangroves and Wildlife, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #24

    "Hope" By Sergio Izquierdo, Guatemala

    Young boy holding a turtle partially submerged underwater, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and People, Highly commended, 2023.

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    #25

    "Livelihood" By Rajesh Dhar, India

    Fisherman casting a net in green water with fish visible, showcasing conservation through a past winning image.

    Mangroves and Humans, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #26

    "Honey Hunters" By Muhammad Mostafigur Rahman, Bangladesh

    Person handling a beehive surrounded by bees in a dense forest, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Humans, Winner, 2022.

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    #27

    "Attachment" By Puttarat Horwang, Indonesia

    Underwater view of vibrant coral and mangrove trees highlighting marine conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Underwater, Highly commended, 2023.

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    #28

    "Source Of Little Water" By Meharab Hossain, Bangladesh

    Four women collecting water from a dry cracked riverbed, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Conservation, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #29

    "To Be Continuing" By Alex Cao, Vietnam

    Aerial view of water farming rows with green plants and a small boat, highlighting conservation in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Landscapes, Highly commended, 2022.

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    #30

    "Symbiosis" By Giacomo D'orlando, Indonesia

    Clothes hanging to dry over polluted water in a natural area, highlighting conservation issues in MPA 2025 winning images.

    Mangroves and Conservation Stories, Winner, 2024.

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