Honorable Mention

Lilac-breasted roller
DESCRIPTION
The lilac-breasted roller is Kenya’s national bird. It has around 8 colors, that represent the many different tribes that make up Kenya’s community. It is a beautiful reference to the rich diversity that exists within Kenya. AUTHOR
I am Johnny Stern, a digital publishing consultant, photographer, and journalist working in the United States, Europe, and Israel. My passion is educating people about the marvels of the natural world. I believe that photography can be both fine art and a powerful vehicle for storytelling. My mission is to raise awareness and change minds about not only the extrinsic beauty of animals but also their intrinsic worth.