September 9, 2021
How to capture leaping salmon
Wildlife photographer David Tipling explains how to capture one of Britain's great wildlife spectacles, leaping salmon.
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Wildlife Photography
Whether you’re new to wildlife photography or looking to improve your skills, we have plenty of tips and techniques to help you on your way.
We’ll also help you choose the best camera and the best lens for wildlife photography, whether you’re simply wondering which focal length to use or are looking for the best kit too.
For those already kitted out but looking for location ideas, we can also point you in the direction of the best spots to get great animal and nature shots.
If you’re a beginner, get started with our tips with our complete guide to wildlife photography, or have a go at creating black and white animal photos, or learn how to capture great bird shots in your own garden.
Quick wildlife photography tips:
What is the best focal length for wildlife photography?
The best focal length depends on how close you can get to your subject. If you’re forced to keep your distance then a longer focal length will serve you much better, aim for somewhere around the 300mm or 400mm range.
How can I be an ethical wildlife photographer?
Opinions on how to behave as a wildlife photographer, wildly differ. Photographers can’t all be expected to be experts in animal behaviour but do have a duty of care. A deep love of nature is paramount, and every life form is treated with equal importance and put before any photographic pursuit.
If you’re asking yourself uncomfortable questions about whether your approach to photographing a subject is ethical, then it most likely isn’t.
What is the difference between nature and landscape photography?
Landscape photography tends to encompass whole scenes, capturing a much wider view, while nature photography focuses on much smaller elements, such as animals and plants.
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August 16, 2021
Top wildlife photographer using smartphone to help endangered species
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Get better nature shots this spring
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March 3, 2021
Fight or flight: get great garden bird shots this lockdown
It can be hard to get out at the moment, but that doesn't mean you can't get stunning shots of bird behaviour at home - including spectacular bird fights
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January 20, 2021
Get great shots of winter wildlife in low light
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December 17, 2020
Curious deer in lockdown wins RSPCA Young Photographer of the Year competition
Some great images make the final cut in this year's prestigious contest for young photographers, which has now been going for 30 years
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November 16, 2020
The stunning wildlife photography of David Yarrow
Here's a great antidote to the trials and tribulations of this pandemic year and bleak November days. We celebrate the amazing imagery of fine-art wildlife photographer David Yarrow, as featured in a recently published book
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October 21, 2020
Your best wildlife shots and tips: Amateur Photographer of the Year round six
We share the finest wildlfe shots and tips from the 'natural world' round of Amateur Photographer of the Year competition (APOY)
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October 14, 2020
Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed
The winners of the prestigious annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition have been chosen. Here’s our pick of the finalists
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September 16, 2020
Case study: no regrets on going mirrorless
Lighter set-ups and speed are just some of the attractions of mirrorless cameras for this keen wildlife photographer
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May 23, 2020
How to Photograph Wildlife From a Hide