BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.0.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:369@deartline.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Budapest;VALUE=DATE:20250517 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Budapest;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTSTAMP:20250323T202712Z URL:https://deartline.com/contests/birdo-bird-photographer-of-the-year-202 5/ SUMMARY:Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 is an internationa l photography competition dedicated exclusively to bird photography. The c ontest welcomes photographers worldwide\, from professionals to amateurs a nd youth photographers\, and stands out as one of the few free photography contests available today. Participants are encouraged to submit images in ten distinct categories that reflect various facets of bird photography\, ranging from bird portraits and behavioral studies to artistic interpreta tions and conservation storytelling.\n\nThe competition provides winners w ith multiple rewards\, including valuable travel vouchers\, photography hi de-rental opportunities\, and photography gear vouchers. The main prize— awarded to the overall winner\, the “Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year ”—is valued at 250\,000 HUF (approximately €650 or $700). Additional major awards include the “Birdo Young Bird Photographer of the Year\, ” valued at 100\,000 HUF (approximately €260 or $280)\, and the “Bir do Bird Photograph of the Year\,” which includes an 80\,000 HUF voucher (approximately €210 or $225). Winners and selected photographers will al so receive extensive exposure through national exhibitions\, media coverag e\, and inclusion in the official Birdo photography book.\n\nThe submissio n period opened on March 10\, 2025\, and photographers have until May 17\, 2025\, to enter. Final results will be revealed at the awards ceremony on November 15\, 2025\, at the Budapest Zoo &\; Botanical Garden. Partici pation is straightforward—photographers simply register online and uploa d their images according to the specified guidelines. Given the clarity of its ethical guidelines\, respected international jury\, and notable prize s\, the Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 positions itself among th e leading nature photo competitions for photographers interested in bird p hotography and wildlife conservation.\nThe Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 Prizes\nThe Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 offers attr active awards aimed at both recognition and practical benefit for photogra phers:\nGrand Prizes:\n\n\n \nBirdo Bird Photographer of the Year: Travel or photography hide-rental voucher valued at 250\,000 HUF (approx. €650 / $700).\n\n \nBirdo Young Bird Photographer of the Year: Voucher for tr avel or photography training valued at 100\,000 HUF (approx. €260 / $280 ).\n\n \nBirdo Bird Photograph of the Year: Equipment voucher worth 80\,0 00 HUF (approx. €210 / $225).\n\n\nCategory Prizes:\n\n\n \n1st Place: Equipment voucher of 80\,000 HUF (approx. €210 / $225)\n\n \n2nd Place: Equipment voucher of 50\,000 HUF (approx. €130 / $140)\n\n \n3rd Place : Equipment voucher of 20\,000 HUF (approx. €52 / $56)\n\n\nAdditionally \, category winners receive a unique handmade trophy and have their work e xhibited in traveling exhibitions across Hungary\, featured in the Birdo p hotography book\, and extensively promoted in national and international m edia outlets.\n\nThe categories of the Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025\nThe Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 contest features ten s pecialized categories designed to appeal to diverse photographic interests :\n\n\n \nBird Portrait: Portrait images highlighting a bird's distinct c haracteristics.\n\n \nBirds in the Environment: Photographs illustrating birds within their natural or urban habitats.\n\n \nBird Behaviour: Image s capturing unique bird activities and behaviors.\n\n \nBirds in the Air: Photographs emphasizing dynamic movement and flight.\n\n \nDetails: Clos e-ups focusing on detailed aspects of bird anatomy or feather patterns.\n\ n \nBirdo Special Theme – We Love Owls!: Exclusively for images featuri ng owl species.\n\n \nBirdArt: Creative and artistic interpretations usin g photography and digital editing.\n\n \nConservation: Documentary-style photo series dedicated to bird conservation stories.\n\n \nOpen: General bird photography category open to all levels and styles.\n\n \nYouth: Spe cifically tailored for photographers under the age of 21.\n\n\nThis range of categories ensures photographers of all backgrounds find a suitable nic he to express their vision and talent.\n\nBirdo Bird Photographer of the Y ear 2025 Dates and Entry Fees\nThe timeline for the Birdo Bird Photographe r of the Year 2025 is as follows:\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent\nDate\n\n\n\n\nSubmissi on Opens\nMarch 10\, 2025\n\n\nSubmission Deadline\nMay 17\, 2025 (23:59 G MT+1)\n\n\nFirst Round Judging\nMay 19 – June 5\, 2025\n\n\nSecond Round (Original Files Submission)\nJune 9 – 22\, 2025\n\n\nFinal Judging\nJun e 28 – July 12\, 2025\n\n\nAwards Ceremony\nNovember 15\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n Registration Fees\nThe Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 contest is entirely free to enter\, making it accessible to all photographers withou t financial restrictions.\n\nHow to Enter\nTo participate\, photographers must register online via the official Birdo contest website. Images should be uploaded following the provided technical and ethical guidelines. Part icipants can edit submissions freely until the final deadline.\n\nAbout th e Jury\nThe contest jury consists of acclaimed international bird photogra phers and ornithological experts:\n\n\n \nRobert Gloeckner (United States )\n\n \nSvetlana Ivanenko (Russia)\n\n \nTerje Kolaas (Norway)\n\n \nCs aba Lóki (Hungary)\n\n \nImre Potyó (Hungary)\n\n \nDr. Endre Sós (Hu ngary)\n\n \nAttila Szilágyi (Hungary)\n\n\nTheir combined experience en sures objective\, ethical\, and professional evaluations.\n\nWhy enter Bir do Bird Photographer of the Year 2025?\nEntering the Birdo Bird Photograph er of the Year 2025 is beneficial for photographers seeking recognition\, exposure\, and connection within the wildlife photography community. Beyon d practical prizes\, photographers gain valuable exposure through exhibiti ons\, publications\, and media coverage. The ethical emphasis of the conte st also aligns with the interests of those who care deeply about conservat ion and responsible wildlife photography practices.\nMoreover\, the contes t’s status as one of the leading wildlife photo contests globally\, coup led with free entry\, makes participation accessible and appealing. Photog raphers seeking similar opportunities are encouraged to explore other onli ne photography contests\, regularly compiled and updated on Deartline.\n\n Rules and Copyright\nThis section about the rules and image rights of the Birdo Bird Photographer of the Year 2025 has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you rev iew the complete rules provided by the contest.\n\nContest Rules Highlight s\n\n \nAll entries must depict ethically photographed wild birds.\n\n \ nPhotos must have been taken after January 1\, 2019 (exceptions apply for conservation category).\n\n \nDrone and captive bird photos are prohibite d.\n\n \nOriginal RAW or JPEG files must be provided upon request.\n\n \ nNo AI-generated images or significant image manipulations are permitted\, except in the BirdArt category.\n\n\nCopyright\nBy entering\, participant s grant Birdo non-exclusive rights to use submitted images for promotional purposes across various media. Photographers retain all other copyrights. \n—\n\nFor more information and to enter the competition\, visit: the of icial website. 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