SUMMARY
Fifteen-year-old Jack Crockford has won the 12-14 Years category at the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2026. His winning image, titled 'Acrobatic Hobby,' captures a Eurasian hobby catching prey mid-air. Crockford used a Nikon D500 DSLR camera with a super-telephoto lens, showcasing that advanced timing and patience can yield award-winning results even with older equipment.
TAKEAWAYS
15-year-old Jack Crockford won the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2026.
The winning photo captured a Eurasian hobby hunting prey mid-air.
The image was taken with a Nikon D500 DSLR and a telephoto lens.
The award highlights the importance of timing and patience in wildlife photography.