The 2025
SAVE THE FROGS!
Photo Contest

Meet The Photographers

The photographers who participated in the 2025 SAVE THE FROGS! Photo Contest represent a remarkable tapestry of voices united by a profound connection to amphibians. From field biologists documenting rare endemic species to amateur naturalists discovering frogs in their backyards, their collective work reveals both the extraordinary diversity of amphibian life and the universal appeal of these remarkable creatures.

Many participants shared deeply personal journeys of discovery and transformation. Some described childhood memories of collecting tadpoles that blossomed into lifelong conservation careers, while others recounted pivotal moments—a tiny frog appearing after a rainstorm, an unexpected encounter in a remote forest—that fundamentally changed how they see the natural world. These photographers don’t simply capture images; they document relationships forged through countless hours in the field, often in challenging conditions, driven by an unwavering commitment to understanding and protecting amphibians.

The scientific rigor evident in many submissions is striking. Professional herpetologists and conservation biologists contributed photographs documenting critically endangered species, undescribed taxa awaiting formal recognition, and behaviors rarely witnessed in the wild. Their images serve dual purposes: advancing scientific knowledge while making complex ecological concepts accessible to broader audiences. From glass frogs guarding eggs in Costa Rican cloud forests to endemic salamanders in Italian streams, these photographs represent invaluable documentation of Earth’s amphibian diversity at a critical moment in conservation history.

Equally powerful are the stories from photographers who use their craft to bridge the gap between humans and nature. Several described their images as tools for transformation—ways to help others see beauty where they once saw disgust, to recognize ecological importance in creatures often dismissed or feared. Whether photographing common toads in urban gardens or rare poison frogs in pristine rainforests, these artists understand that changing hearts and minds requires showing people what they’re missing when they look away.

The global scope of this year’s contest is extraordinary, with submissions spanning six continents and showcasing amphibians from Mediterranean wetlands to Amazonian rivers, from Himalayan forests to African savannas. This geographic diversity underscores a vital truth: amphibian conservation is a worldwide challenge requiring local knowledge, international collaboration, and shared commitment. The photographers’ intimate understanding of their local species – their calls, their habitats, their seasonal rhythms—enriches the collective portrait of amphibian life on Earth.

Together, the participants of the 2025 SAVE THE FROGS! Photo Contest have created more than a collection of beautiful images. They have assembled a visual testament to resilience, wonder, and urgency. Their photographs remind us that every frog matters, every habitat counts, and every person who stops to notice – and to care – becomes part of the solution. Through their lenses, they invite us all to become better witnesses to the natural world and more committed stewards of its future.

View many of the photograhers below. You can click the “View larger version” button at the bottom right of the table to get a full-page view. Scroll down to see more photographers. Click on any image or text to see full size view.

Northern spectacled salamander (Salamandrina perspicillata), male in the so-called standing “watchful position” during mating season in order to look around for other invading males and for females to mate with. Italy. Photo by Finalist Emanuele Biggi

We thank all the photographers for taking part!