This contest is open to all nature photographers aged eight and older. There will be a youth and adult winner for each category, and both will receive a prize valued up to $100. First place winner of the categories (landscapes, flora, and fauna) will be decided by a panel of three judges on January 24th at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center. Contestants are not required to be present. The photo with the most votes will have their photo framed and hung in the Biophilia Center for display and prize valued up to $200. The E.O. Wilson E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center reserves the right to display all photo submissions. These photos will be displayed at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center for decorative purposes and for displaying submissions and finalists at the judged round of the photography contest on January 24th 2026.
Photos are displayed on the website for the public to vote on. Each vote costs $1, and is a donation to the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center. Photographers may submit up to 5 photos, and may encourage voting by sharing the website link to friends, family, and social media.
Local Landscapes: Northwest Florida is a global hotspot of biodiversity, and showcases beautiful landscapes. Special consideration will be provided to photos of the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem, coastal and wetland environments.
Local Flora: Capture the beauty of Northwest Florida’s plant species. Special consideration will be provided to photos of native plant species.
Local Fauna: Inspire the public to learn more about the unique critters found in Northwest Florida. Special consideration will be provided to photos of native animal species.