A nosy polar bear and a lucky squirrel: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 shortlist
The polar bear image taken by Audun Rikardsen was among the 'highly commended' entries in this year's competition.
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"I was so extremely happy. I was screaming, so I probably woke up all the polar bears for miles."
— Audun Rikardsen , Other
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The polar bear image taken by Audun Rikardsen was among the 'highly commended' entries in this year's competition.
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