Winner, Deep and Meaningful category
Can the world ever have too many beautifully composed photographs of wildlife? Only correct answer: never ever. So without further ado, here are the winning images from the Zoological Society of London's second annual Animal Photography Prize.
Costa Rican ants carry a piece of leaf homeward:
Winner, Size Matters category
An adorable panda munches on bamboo:
Highly commended, Last Chance To See category
A heron takes an island beach break in the Maldives:
Highly commended, The Perfect Moment category, junior
A florescent-looking gecko peeks up from a papaya:
Highly commended, Weird and Wonderful category
The winning photographs will be displayed at the London zoo until the end of the year. More information about the exhibit and competition can be found here.