2025 Wildlife Photography Contest Winners Announced!

Alex Troutman

Alex Troutman is a wildlife biologist. He has several years of experience in the field, working with various Wildlife species. Alex shares wildlife facts and photos on social media as N8ture AL. In his free time Alex enjoys using his passion for nature to encourage youth to enjoy the outdoors. 

He understands what it is like to grow up without “wildlife role models “ who look like you. He dedicates time to fulfilling that representation for future generations of Black or POCs (people of color) scientists, endeavoring to instill similar passion by leading groups on nature hikes and through public speaking engagements.

Alex earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master degrees  from Georgia Southern University. 

Todd Maguire

Todd is a Massachusetts native and got his degree in Environmental Studies from Connecticut College. He grew up watching Marlin Perkins and reading Ranger Rick. He even wanted to be a herpetologist as soon as he knew what the word meant. He's been a photography freak since he unwrapped his first Kodak point-and-shoot one Christmas. He currently pursues photography as a hobby with a modest Nikon kit, always on the lookout for critters or scenic vistas. When he's not driving a computer, he's driving his dog to the trail for walkies.

Meg Mindlin

Meg Mindlin is a scientist, artist, and photographer. Before her career in science, she worked as a photographer for brands such as Live Nation and Golden Voice. Outside of concert photography, she loves capturing the outdoors and the animals that live there. Amassing a large collection of animal photos, from teeny tiny invertebrates to birds almost as big as her. As a scientist, Meg uses her skills in photography to capture images of her research species and aid her science communication.