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Journey of Life 20

The photo shows a group of flamingos flying over Lake Magadi in Kenya. Once a freshwater lake, it has now become a highly concentrated salt pan that is severely alkaline and toxic to most forms of animal and plant life – except for flamingos, which prefer to forage on the surface.

Awards

Color Photography Contest

2025

2nd Place

Overall Contest Winner

Gold

Nature

Non Professional

Journey of Life 20

The photo shows a group of flamingos flying over Lake Magadi in Kenya. Once a freshwater lake, it has now become a highly concentrated salt pan that is severely alkaline and toxic to most forms of animal and plant life – except for flamingos, which prefer to forage on the surface.

About Artist

Xuejun Long

Reverence for nature, devoted to environmental protection and wildlife photography for years, and through the lens, see the world, see all beings, see myself.

Xuejun Long

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Landscapes, Landscapes, Nature, Travel, Wildlife

Location

China

Interview

Xuejun Long | 2025 Color Photo Contest | 2nd Place Winner | Non-Professional

Interview

Xuejun Long | 2025 Color Photo Contest | 2nd Place Winner | Non-Professional
Gold
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Guenther Reissner

Guenther Reissner

Minimalism

People’s Vote Award
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Barbara Milavec

Barbara Milavec

Nature

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Matteo Redaelli

Matteo Redaelli

Travel

Bronze
Nominees
Daniela Schlag

Daniela Schlag

Nature

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