Nature Photographer of the Year 2026 | Australian Geographic

$39.99

The year's most breathtaking wildlife and landscape images, gathered in one hardcover. 

Nature Photographer of the Year 2026 showcases the winning and shortlisted photographs from Australian Geographic's celebrated annual awards, spanning Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea. A stunning gift for photographers, nature lovers and anyone drawn to the wild beauty of our region.

From an ethereal aerial encounter between a critically endangered green sawfish and a green turtle off the Pilbara coast, to intimate macro studies, sweeping landscapes and unflinching portraits of threatened species, this collection spans categories including Animals in Nature, Animal Behaviour, Landscape, Botanical, Macro, Monochrome, Threatened Species, Our Impact and Portfolio

Each image is paired with the story and technical details behind the shot.

More than a photography book, it's a portrait of a changing environment and a tribute to the wonder still worth protecting. Whether you follow the competition year after year, seek inspiration for your own practice, or want a gift that will be treasured, this is a coffee-table volume to return to again and again.

Format: hardcover, 119 pages

ISBN: 9781923096127

Dimensions: 240x255x14mm, 850g

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