Mangrove Photography Awards 2026

The Mangrove Photography Awards 2026 is a global photography competition organized by to celebrate the beauty, biodiversity, and fragility of mangrove ecosystems worldwide. Open to photographers of all ages and experience levels, the competition invites submissions across categories including Wildlife, People, Landscape, Underwater, Threats, and Conservation Stories. Winners receive cash prizes, including USD 1,000 for the overall Mangrove Photographer of the Year, USD 500 for category winners, USD 250 for the Young Mangrove Photographer of the Year and People’s Choice Award, plus additional special awards such as the UNESCO Award, Emirates Award, and Arabian Gulf Award. Selected photographers also gain international visibility through exhibitions and media exposure.