NEW DELHI: Bengaluru-based wildlife photographer Arvind Ramamurthyโs captivating image, titled โWolf Pack,โ has earned global acclaim as it vies for the prestigious Peopleโs Choice Award at the Natural History Museumโs Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest in London. The photograph showcases five members of an Indian wolf pack in an agricultural field in Bhigwan, Maharashtra and is the sole entry representing India this year. Public voting for the award is open until January 29, 2025.
The competition is annually organized by the Natural History Museum in London which attracts nearly 60,000 entries from around the world and only 100 images make it to the final exhibition. This year marks Ramamurthyโs first nomination, despite having submitted his work since 2016.
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Ramamurthy is a software engineer and R&D Engineer from Bengaluru and has maintained his childlike curiosity for the natural world. โI discovered my passion for wildlife through art at a young age and continue to use it as a means of expressing my admiration,โ he shared.
Ramamurthyโs photographic work focuses on showcasing lesser-known species in unique ways to draw attention to their conservation needs. โGood photographs are a result of a keen sense of observation and a strong thought process behind the image,โ he said.
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In his widely praised image, โWolf Pack,โ Ramamurthy highlights the plight of Indian wolves, which are endangered. Sharing his concerns on social media, he wrote on X, โWith around 3,000 wolves left in the country, the wolf in India is more endangered than the tiger.โ
The โWolf Packโ image has resonated with audiences worldwide, bringing much-needed attention to the conservation efforts required to protect the Indian wolf population. This recognition not only celebrates Ramamurthyโs talent but also underscores the importance of wildlife conservation.
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Ramamurthyโs achievement is a testament to his dedication to wildlife photography and conservation. His nomination in this prestigious contest reflects his ability to capture the beauty and struggles of lesser-known species, advocating for their protection through his art.
As the public voting continues, Ramamurthy hopes that his image will inspire more people to support wildlife conservation initiatives. His work serves as a powerful reminder of the delicate balance between humans and wildlife and the urgent need to protect endangered species.
