Young snappers are encouraged to focus on animals and nature

THE RSPCA is encouraging young photographers in Hertfordshire to enter its photo competition to showcase their talent and love of animals and nature.

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Last year, more than 4,000 children and young people with a passion for photography, animals and nature entered the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards.

Now budding photographers aged 18 years and under are being asked to submit their photos capturing the animal kingdom on a camera or mobile device as the competition officially opens for entries for 2025.

Ellie Rothnie, award-winning photographer and photographic guide, will once again be part of the judging panel this year.

She said: "Every year, the entries are astounding, and indeed many winners from this competition have become immensely successful professional photographers.

"I am truly honoured to be a judge again. I can't wait to see this year's entries."