The winners of the 11th annual Mangrove Photography Awards (MPA) have been announced. The contest, hosted by the U.S.-based Mangrove Action Project, showcases powerful photographic narratives highlighting the importance of one of the planet’s most vital ecosystems. This year, a record-breaking 3,300 entries from 78 countries entered to win in one of six categories: wildlife, people, landscapes and threats, as well as underwater and conservation stories. The 2025 overall winner features an aerial view of a roseate spoonbill (Platalea ajaja) flock flying above a lemon shark hunting mullet in Florida Bay’s shallow waters. “Birds’ eye view of the hunt.” Image courtesy of Mark Ian Cook/MPA. About the photo, contest judge Shin Arunrugstichai said in a statement: “What a scene! I love the converg

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