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THE WALL OF FAME
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
2019
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Wildlife24/7 is launching the Wall Of Fame Wildlife Photography Competition in January 2019.
The competition is open to all UK residents, aged 18 years and above. Entrants will submit images featuring wildlife in their natural habitats with the aim of encouraging others and inspiring amateur wildlife enthusiasts to engage with the natural world around them.
The winner will receive a brand new pair of SWAROVSKI OPTIK CL Companion 8x30 Binoculars. 😍
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