The International Photography Awards (IPA) organize a worldwide photography contest that encompasses professional, non-professional, and student photographers, making it one of the most extensive and ambitious contests in contemporary photography. Its 2022 edition features a collection of stunning nature photographs that captured the attention and imagination of audiences around the world. The award-winning photographs depict the magnificence, variety, and untamed force of nature.
From breathtaking landscapes to intimate portraits of wildlife, the nature photography category winners of IPA 2022 have displayed unparalleled creativity and reverence for the extraordinary ecosystems of our planet. Scroll on to enjoy some of the best nature photos you'll ever see.
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Animal Kingdom Stories Told Through Amazing Pictures
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Macro Photography: Pretty Ladybugs in Extreme Close-Ups
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Watch These Flowers Bloom in a Celebration of Color
This video brings out the most beautiful aspect of flowers in gorgeous detail and allows us to enjoy one of nature's most beautiful gifts - the blooming of flowers.
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These Beautiful Animals May Not Be Around for Much Longer
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The Icy Reaches of Antarctica Are Breathtakingly Beautiful
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Lovely Garden Roses in An Unending Variety of Nice Colors!
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How Cats See The World: A Brief History of Civilization
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See What Your Cats Get up to Under the Cover of Darkness!
If you've ever wondered what your feline friends get up to while you're fast asleep, then prepare to be surprised!
The Power of Nature's Fury Captured in Poignant Photos
These images are a poignant reminder of the resilience and courage that defines us as humans.
8 Exotic Plants You Won’t Believe Actually Exist
Here is a list of 8 very weird and exotic plant species that can do very surprising things to survive. You are sure to become a knowledgeable botanist after reading this article.
Nature's Engineering Marvel: World's Largest Beaver Dam
A Canadian beaver family has built a dam that can be seen from space! But how is that possible?
This Awesome Plant Can Live For More Than 300 Years!
The compass plant can live for over 300 years!
Woman Captures Stunning Photos of Birds in Her Back Yard!
Although the weather and seasons in Germany and Michigan are quite similar, one woman realized that the birds are different. She took some great photos to prove this.
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These Beautiful Photos Capture The Majesty of Wild Horses
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A Nature Time-Lapse Video that Left My Mouth Agape!
An amazing video made form thousands of still photographs taken throughout North America
20 Animals We’ve Just Discovered in the Past Decade
Of all the animals discovered during the 2010's, these 20 are the coolest, starting with a tiny chameleon and ending with a really creepy wasp
If You Love Pandas, You'll Love These 30 Fun Facts!
Who doesn't love pandas? Here are 30 fun facts and some photographs of one of the most beloved animals to walk this earth.
Of All Tulips In the World, These Are the Most Beautiful!
Here are 25 absolutely gorgeous varieties of Tulips, that come in a wide range of shapes and colors and brighten up every garden
World's Best Animal Photos: 20 Winning Images by Agora
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Can You Guess the Famous Geological Formation?
Can you recognize the world-famous geological formations and landscapes that are blurred out in these pictures? Give it a go and see how many you get right!
Into the Wild: 17 Pics of Elusive Insects in Indonesia
Photographer Mofeed Abu Shalwa has documented rare insects that few humans have ever laid eyes on.
20 Animal Facts We're Sure You Never Knew About Before
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This Photographer Captured a Baby's Journey in the Womb
This photographer's amazing project concerned capturing a baby's development in the womb, from the moment of conception through to birth. Take a look.
Who Knew Insects Were This Beautiful? You'll Be Surprised!
Who knew insects could be this beautiful? Take a look at these stunning photos.
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15 Rare and Beautiful Birds I Can't Stop Staring At
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This Has to Be the Most Adorable Predator You'll Ever See
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Bee-autiful Builder: Watch a Bee Build Her Home!
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7 Sea Creatures With the Most Bizarre Super-Abilities
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This Pilot Loves Nothing Better Than Flying with Birds!
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Have You Seen These Rare and Stunning Albino Animals?
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COLLECTION: World's Most Beautiful Trees and Forests
Witness the boundless power and beauty of nature by looking through this curated collection of the most breathtaking photos of forests and trees
Come Meet Archaeopteryx, the Most Ancient of Birds!
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Intimate Glimpses of Foxes, Birds, and Elk in Nature
Check out these stunning close-up wildlife photos by Finnish photographer Ian Granström.
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Pigeons Have Played a Massive Role in World History
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