Why it matters: The competition celebrates the power of photography to document and advocate for local wildlife, and gives photographers of all ages, and talent, the chance to have their work seen by a public audience.
The details: Open for submissions from Saturday, 28 February, the competition runs across seven categories, including animal portraits, wildlife in motion and abstract views, with a dedicated category for urban wildlife.
One winner and two highly-commended photographs will be selected from each category, while the overall winner will be decided by public vote. A special young photography prize has also been introduced, with the winner receiving a free course with a professional wildlife photographer.
What they're saying: Jack Cripps, marketing and communications manager at Suffolk Wildlife Trust, said: "It's great to bring back our popular photography competition once again. Not only is it a chance for people to get out and photograph the wonderful wildlife and nature we have in Suffolk - it's a chance to inspire others to connect with nature too.
"We want to showcase the very best of the nature we have in our county, whether that's in rural areas or the streets of our towns and villages, and also raise awareness of the challenges local wildlife are facing."
What's next: The competition closes on Sunday, 31 May, with winners set to be announced in July. All winning photographs will be displayed at a public exhibition in central Ipswich in the autumn, and will feature in the charity's 2027 calendar and the Autumn/Winter edition of its members' magazine.
The bottom line: Whether you are a seasoned wildlife photographer or just starting out, this is a chance to celebrate Suffolk's natural world and see your work on display in the heart of Ipswich.
