MAMMALS

From elephant shrews to elephants, from honey badgers to bats. This category called for photos that express the animals‘ character and share a unique insight into their individuality.

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BIRDS

This category is aimed to showcase the incredible diversity of the birdlife South Africa has to offer. From common garden birds to the rarest of species; we saw it all.

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ANIMALS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

Evoking atmosphere and a sense of place – with the habitat as a major element of the picture. We searched for images that portrayed the importance of the environment and ecosystems that sustain the wildlife within them.

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UNDERWATER

The blue planet: 71% of its surface is covered by water. Oceans, rivers and lakes accommodate an infinite abundance of life. This category gave us an insight into a hidden world with its animals, plants and habitats both fresh and salt water.

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BLACK AND WHITE

This years category showcased the creativity and innovation required to inspire when it comes to black and white photography.

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LANDSCAPES

The photography in this category ranged from the cultural landscape at our doorstep to remote regions all across South Africa.

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YOUNG POTY

Young South African POTY awards are given to the photographers whose images are judged to be the most striking and memorable. Free to enter, it is Open to those aged below 18 years before 1st January 2023. The images can be of any subject from the above categories captured in South Africa.