The Great Thick Knee by Saniar Rahman Rahul

Captured at the serene Pashuar Haor in Sunamganj, this striking image features the great thick-knee, a large wader native to the tropical landscapes of southern Asia. The photographer skillfully documents this resident breeder in its natural habitat, where it thrives along gravel banks and lake shores. By focusing on the bird's unique posture and environment, the image highlights the creature’s reliance on its surroundings for hunting prey like insects and crabs. This photograph is award-worthy for its precise composition and the photographer's ability to capture the quiet, observant nature of this elusive species within the lush wetlands of Bangladesh.