Respect for birds and their habitats must come before getting that perfect shot. Here's how to be a responsible bird photographer.
Bird Photography Ethics
Pursue your passion without disturbing your subjects.
Photo: Jeremy Rehm/Audubon Photography Awards
The most important rule of bird photography?
Do no harm. Here you’ll find all of our latest guidelines and expert tips to help you ensure that capturing the perfect photograph doesn’t come at the expense of your subject.
Audubon’s Guide to Ethical Bird Photography
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