Stunning Dalmatian Pelican Grabs Top Honours!
Gary Neville from Surrey, England with this striking image of a Dalmatian pelican.
We are incredibly happy to announce the results of the SINWP Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 in aid of RSPB
Now in its eighth year, This prestigious competition has grown into a renowned platform for showcasing the beauty and diversity of birdlife through the work of talented photographers from around the world. Since its inception, it has raised nearly £20,000 in support of vital conservation initiatives led by the RSPB.
With over 2,200 photographs submitted from around the globe, the The SINWP Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 competition has revealed a stunning celebration of avian beauty, from kingfishers and bald eagles to owls, flamingos, and countless species beyond. The diversity and quality of the entries have been truly breathtaking.
The winning entry by Gary Neville from Surrey, England.
Gary was at the 2026 Convention to pick up his award and Certificate.
Gary tells us about the image:
”The image was taken in Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. The lake, actually a man-made reservoir, is rich in wildlife and is especially renowned for its Dalmatian Pelicans, a favourite subject among photographers worldwide. I captured this image while leaning over the side of a boat, keeping my camera away from the surface of the water, whist watching the Dalmatian pelicans slowly get closer and closer to the boat in anticipation of a fish from the boatman – the fish are considered low quality and unsuitable for sale, and are instead thrown back to the local wildlife.”
Equipment:
Sony A1
Tamron 70-180 f2.8 at around 95mm
1/400sec at F4, ISO 100
2nd place was awarded to Maggie Bullock from Cheshire, England and 3rd place was awarded to again Gary Neville from Surrey, England.
2nd Place – Maggie Bullock
3rd Place – Gary Neville
1st Place see HERE
2nd Place see HERE
3rd Place see HERE
As the quality this year’s competition was superb, Gold Awards and Highly Commended images and were also awarded.
