{"id":414904,"date":"2026-04-24T08:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T08:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/414904\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T08:48:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T08:48:21","slug":"20-spectacular-giraffe-photos-from-remembering-wildlife-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/414904\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Spectacular Giraffe Photos from Remembering Wildlife Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>      <img data-perfmatters-preload=\"\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kyle_Goetsch_South-African_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"A lone giraffe stands on sandy ground with sparse bushes, silhouetted against a large, bright full moon and distant blue mountains at dusk.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851026\"  \/>\u2018Giraffe &amp; Moon\u2019, by Kyle Goetsch (South Africa). South African giraffe, NamibRand, Namibia. Shot on a 600mm lens. <\/p>\n<p>Remembering Wildlife has revealed the 20 winners of its competition for images to appear in its forthcoming book, Remembering Giraffes.<\/p>\n<p>Giraffe numbers have fallen by around 40% in the last three decades and, in some parts of Africa, they have disappeared altogether. Remembering Wildlife aims to fund protection projects with profits from sales of Remembering Giraffes, which will be the 11th book <a href=\"https:\/\/petapixel.com\/2024\/10\/07\/stunning-collection-of-tiger-photos-collated-for-charity-remembering-wildlife\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">in the series<\/a> that has already donated more than $1.64 million to 82 projects across 35 countries since it launched in 2016. <\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Eric_Albright_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-534x800.jpg\" alt=\"A newborn giraffe sits in the grass while an adult giraffe gently nuzzles its head, showing affection and care in a grassy, natural setting.\" width=\"534\" height=\"800\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851023\"  \/>\u2018A Tender Moment \u2013 Newborn Giraffe\u2019, by Eric Albright (USA). Masai giraffe, Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Masai Mara, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ivan_Glaser_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x450.jpg\" alt=\"Four giraffes run through tall grass on a savanna under a cloudy sky, while a cheetah crouches in the grass nearby, watching them.\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851025\"  \/>\u2018Giants on the move\u2019, by Ivan Glaser (Australia). Masai giraffe, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya.<br \/>\u201cA cheetah tries the seemingly impossible by making a genuine attempt at hunting a young giraffe. It was incredible to witness the adult giraffe in full flight as they protected their young ones.\u201d <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mark_Nissenbaum_South-African_giraffe_lowres_01-copy-800x493.jpg\" alt=\"Two giraffes stand close together in a sunlit desert landscape with rolling sandy hills and rocky outcrops in the background under a dark sky.\" width=\"800\" height=\"493\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851030\"  \/>\u2018Duel at Dawn\u2019 by Mark Nissenbaum (USA). <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Terri_Innes_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"An adult giraffe bends its neck to nuzzle a newborn giraffe sitting on grassy plains under a gray, overcast sky.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851038\"  \/>\u2018Storm \u2013 A new life is born\u2019, by Terri Innes (UK). Masai giraffe, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya.<br \/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Uli_Hergesell-Bulian_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"Five giraffes are silhouetted against a dramatic sunset sky with dark clouds and golden light on an open plain, creating a striking and peaceful scene.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851043\"  \/>\u2018Stormy Giraffes\u2019, by Uli Hergesell-Bulian (Germany). Masai giraffe, Amboseli National Park, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Nadine_Villabruna_Reticulated_giraffe_lowres_01-534x800.jpg\" alt=\"A giraffe is shown in silhouette against a black background, with only the edges of its neck and head highlighted by light, creating a dramatic and minimalist effect.\" width=\"534\" height=\"800\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851031\"  \/>\u2018Drawn by Light\u2019 by Nadine Villabruna (Switzerland). Reticulated giraffe, Solio Game Reserve, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Nili_Gudhka_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-534x800.jpg\" alt=\"Two giraffes, one adult and one juvenile, stand closely together on grassy terrain under a dramatic, cloudy sky, with tall grass gently blowing in the foreground.\" width=\"534\" height=\"800\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851032\"  \/>\u2018Motherhood\u2019, by Nili Gudhka (Kenya). Masai giraffe, Mara Triangle, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Paul_Joynson-Hicks_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"A blurred image of a giraffe walking through a dry, grassy landscape with trees, creating an abstract, dreamlike effect. The colors are soft browns, yellows, and whites, blending together.\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851033\"  \/>\u2018A Giraffe Impression\u2019, by Paul Joynson-Hicks (UK). Masai giraffe, Ruaha National Park, Tanzania.<br \/>\u201cA giraffe walking through the bush of Ruaha National Park at sunset and I decided to try and create a more creative image, using random camera movement and a longer exposure. It\u2019s not really just a \u2018panning\u2019 image as I jiggled the camera about a bit randomly, although with intention. The light is soft and gentle and warm, which helps.\u201d <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Philip_J.-Briggs_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x445.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of a barren, grayish landscape crisscrossed by thin, white lines with scattered brownish rocks and a single animal walking near the top left.\" width=\"800\" height=\"445\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851034\"  \/>\u2018Tiptoeing on Nature\u2019s Canvas\u2019, by Philip J. Briggs (Kenya). Masai giraffe, Amboseli National Park, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Zita_Quentin_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"Four giraffes stand and drink at a waterhole at night, illuminated by a faint light. One giraffe splashes water dramatically, with droplets catching the light. Their reflections are visible on the calm water surface.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851046\"  \/>\u2018Giraffe Splash\u2019, by Zita Quentin (USA). Masai giraffe, Shompole Conservancy, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Uli_Hergesell-Bulian_Masai_giraffe_lowres_02-800x577.jpg\" alt=\"A lone giraffe walks across a flat landscape at sunset, silhouetted against an orange and blue sky with scattered clouds and rays of sunlight radiating from the horizon.\" width=\"800\" height=\"577\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851044\"  \/>\u2018Into the sun\u2019, by Uli Hergesell-Bulian (Germany). Masai giraffe, Amboseli National Park, Kenya.<br \/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Laura_Romin_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"A giraffe walks across a grassy plain at dusk, silhouetted against a vibrant pink sun setting on the horizon with a deep blue sky in the background.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851027\"  \/>\u2018Stepping Over\u2019 by Laura Romin (USA). <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mark_Fernley_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x629.jpg\" alt=\"Two giraffes stand close together near a waterhole in a savanna landscape, with several birds on the ground and antelope grazing in the background. The sky is clear with a soft gradient from blue to white.\" width=\"800\" height=\"629\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851029\"  \/>\u2018The Language of Touch\u2019 by Mark Fernley (UK). Masai giraffe, Shompole Conservancy, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Georgina_Goodwin_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"A group of wildlife rangers and veterinarians gather around a tranquilized giraffe lying on the ground in a bushy area, performing medical procedures or conservation work.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851024\"  \/>\u2018Second Chance\u2019, by Georgina Goodwin (Kenya). Maasai giraffe, Olderkesi Conservancy, southern Masai Mara, Kenya.<br \/>\u201cWildlife veterinarians from Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Olderkesi Conservancy Rangers work together to treat a male Masai giraffe that had been injured by a poison arrow in Olderkesi Conservancy, southern Masai Mara, Kenya. The giraffe was darted and safely immobilised so the KWS veterinary team could remove the arrow, clean the wound and administer treatment before the giraffe was revived and released back into the wild. Incidents like this often arise from the complex realities of human\u2013wildlife coexistence across Kenya\u2019s last remaining wildlife rangelands. Field veterinary teams and local community ranger response teams play a critical role in giving injured animals a second chance, demonstrating the dedication of those working on the front lines of wildlife protection.\u201d <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Vicki_Santello_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x450.jpg\" alt=\"A group of giraffes runs through tall grass with thick smoke or clouds rising dramatically in the background, suggesting urgency or escape in a savanna landscape.\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851045\"  \/>\u2018Fire!\u2019, by Vicki Santello (USA). Masai giraffe, Mara Triangle, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Tomasz_Szpila_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-800x450.jpg\" alt=\"A giraffe stands in shallow water while a large herd of wildebeest runs behind it, raising dust along a riverbank with scattered trees in the background.\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851042\"  \/>\u2018Front Row Seat\u2019, by Tomasz Szpila (Poland). Masai giraffe, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Tom_Way_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-528x800.jpg\" alt=\"A black and white photo of a baby giraffe standing between the legs of an adult giraffe, looking through the gap created by the adult\u2019s legs.\" width=\"528\" height=\"800\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851041\"  \/>\u2018Under Mother\u2019s Guidance\u2019, by Tom Way (UK). Masai giraffe, Mara North Conservancy, Kenya. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Thomas_Nicholson_Masai_giraffe_lowres_01-640x800.jpg\" alt=\"An adult giraffe bends its neck to touch noses with a baby giraffe standing in tall, golden grass on an open savanna under a clear sky.\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851040\"  \/>\u2018A mother\u2019s love\u2019, by Thomas Nicholson (USA). Masai giraffe, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya.<br \/>\u201cWe were on the lookout for a famous leopard in the Masai Mara, patrolling her territory and hoping she would appear under a bush somewhere.  Turning a corner, we instead found a mother giraffe with days-old baby, alone on the plains as they bonded.  We were awed to be able to briefly observe their interaction, but at the same time concerned that the leopard would appear and try to capture the baby.  Shortly after this interaction, they headed off over a hill, safe for another day.\u201d<br \/>\n <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ranganathan_Mukkai_Reticulated_giraffe_lowres_01-800x534.jpg\" alt=\"Two giraffes are silhouetted against a golden, smoky background, standing on grassy ground with warm sunlight creating a dramatic and atmospheric scene.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-851035\"  \/>\u2018Gold Dust\u2019, by Ranganathan Mukkai (India). Reticulated giraffe, Solio Game Reserve, Kenya. <\/p>\n<p>The book will be published on October 12, 2026, and the 20 winning images will sit alongside stunning pictures of all four species of giraffe, donated by many of the world\u2019s leading wildlife photographers, including Wim van den Heever and Daryl Balfour, two of this year\u2019s competition judges.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPhotographers from around the world answered our call once again and entered striking images of giraffes in their natural habitat for our competition,\u201d says Remembering Wildlife founder and producer Margot Raggett MBE. \u201cThese 20 competition winners rightly deserve their place among our regular contributors, whose stunning work has made the series possible.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about Remembering Wildlife, visit its <a href=\"https:\/\/rememberingwildlife.com\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow external noopener nofollow\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\u2018Giraffe &amp; Moon\u2019, by Kyle Goetsch (South Africa). South African giraffe, NamibRand, Namibia. 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