Bird Photographer of the Year 2027 (BPOTY 12)

Bird Photographer of the Year (BPOTY) is an international competition organized by Bird Photographer of the Year Limited, based in England. The 2027 edition (BPOTY 12) invites photographers of all ages and nationalities to submit images across eight main categories plus special awards such as Conservation and Portfolio. Entries close on 13 December 2026. The competition offers a £3,000 cash prize for the overall winner and cash prizes for category winners, along with exposure through the winners gallery and conservation support. Applicants must purchase entry credits (£35 for up to 25 images, increasing to £40 after 8 December 2026) for the adult competition; the Young competition is free for up to 10 images. Images must meet size and format requirements, and shortlisted entrants must provide RAW files. The competition is annual, with high‑resolution files requested in February 2027 and winners announced in September 2027.

Cash prize, exhibition in winners gallery, conservation support, publication in competition materials

Open to everyone