Welcome to the Caribaea Initiative Wildlife Photo Contest!

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Caribbean islands' extraordinary biodiversity. Our photo contest is your chance to showcase the stunning beauty of the region's wildlife. Whether you are an amateur enthusiast or a seasoned photographer, we invite you to join us in celebrating the exceptional diversity of the fauna of the Caribbean islands. Show us your best shots and be part of our mission to promote the conservation and appreciation of the insular Caribbean's natural heritage.

Download the Complete Contest Rules

Full rules are available for download here.

How to Participate

  • Who can enter?
    Open to nature photographers worldwide (18+ years old).
  • What is the theme?
    Capture the wild fauna of the Caribbean islands in their natural habitats—whether on land, in the water, or anywhere in between! Highlight the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of the wildlife.

Key Dates

  • Start date: December 10th, 2024.
  • Submission deadline: March 30th, 2025, 23:59 (AST, Guadeloupe time).
  • Results announcement: June 2nd, 2025.

Prizes

  • 1st Prize: €2000
  • 2nd Prize: €800
  • 3rd Prize: €300
  • 22 Honorable Mentions

All winners will receive certificates and their photos will be showcased at the Caribaea Initiative Research & Conservation Conference in June 2025 in Martinique.

Participation Fees

  • Members of the association: €10 (up to three photos), + €5 per additional photo (up to 10 photos in total).
  • Non-members: €10 (one photo) + €5 per additional photo (up to 10 photos in total).

Want to become a member? Join us starting from €10 here (free for students and under-18s).

How to Submit

  • Email your photos to: photocontest2025@caribaea.org.
  • Image format: JPEG, minimum 3000 pixels on the longest side, max size 5MB.
  • File name: Please follow this format: Lastname_Firstname_Number (e.g., “Doe_John_1; Doe_John_2,” etc. for multiple photos)
  • Include: Your full name, the species (if known), location, and date of the photo. Technical details like the device and lens used are encouraged.

Payment methods

For PayPal payments, please send the applicable participation fees to the following link, ensuring that the payment reference includes your full name and “Photo Contest” to facilitate identification:

For bank transfers, please use the following bank details:

Account holder: ASSOC. CARIBAEA INITIATIVE
IBAN: FR76 1130 6000 0048 1050 0111 094
BIC / SWIFT: AGRIFRPP813
Bank name: Crédit Agricole Arles Lices

Thanks for participating!

By participating in this contest, you’re helping support our mission to protect the biodiversity of the Caribbean. Follow us on social media or become a member to stay updated on future events!