Domestic Ducks by Saniar Rahman Rahul

Captured within the remote and expansive Tanguar Haor wetland, this image documents the rhythmic movement of domestic ducks across the newly emerged winter landscape. The photographer journeyed eight hours by boat to reach this unique ecosystem, timing the visit to coincide with the peak season for migratory bird activity. The resulting composition highlights the vibrant, chaotic energy of the flock against the vast, serene backdrop of the haor. This photograph is award-worthy for its ability to transform a simple rural scene into a compelling narrative of life in one of Bangladesh’s most significant ecological sanctuaries, showcasing a keen eye for wildlife behavior and environmental storytelling.

Domestic Ducks by Saniar Rahman Rahul
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Saniar Rahman Rahul

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Saniar Rahman Rahul is an accomplished Art Director at Grey Worldwide with a career spanning decades in graphic design and advertising. His photographic journey began in childhood, inspired by his father’s work, and was later rekindled in 1997 as he integrated his professional design expertise with a passion for the lens. A decorated photographer, Rahul was the inaugural winner of the Photo of the Month Award in June 2010. His work reflects a deep-seated commitment to visual storytelling, shaped by his extensive background in the printing and advertising industries.

11.6/20
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140/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
13,671 views | 4 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date July 1, 2016
Value 11.0
Clarity 11.0
Composition 13.0
Style 11.0
Skill 11.0
Photograph Location
Tanguar Haor, Sunamganj, Sylhet, Bangladesh

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (11.4/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,230/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
13,671/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
1.4/5 points
140/500 Submission
Jury Score: 57.0/80
Resonance Score: 11.4/20
Total Award Score: 68.4/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 4

Reflections on this Photograph
By Marta Vidal

The Weight of Migration

I keep a small, tarnished brass key in a velvet pouch, though I have long since forgotten which door it once opened. It feels heavy in the palm, a cold anchor to a room that no longer exists, a threshold I can no longer cross.

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By Margaret Holt

The Weight of the Flock

There is a quiet physics to the way a group moves across a surface. When we watch a gathering of creatures, we often mistake their collective motion for a single, unified intent, as if they are tethered by an invisible string.

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