SUMMARY
The 2026 Capture the Dark photography contest, organized by DarkSky International, celebrated exceptional night sky photography. Among the winners, three images stood out: 'The Chasm' featuring glow worms and the Milky Way in a New Zealand cave, 'Razorback' with the Milky Way over South Australia's Flinders Ranges, and 'Aurora over the Prince Christian Sound' capturing the aurora in Greenland. These photographs not only highlight the beauty of the night sky but also underscore DarkSky International's mission to reduce light pollution.
TAKEAWAYS
DarkSky International's 2026 Capture the Dark contest winners were announced.
Winning images featured celestial phenomena like the Milky Way, auroras, and glow worms.
The contest emphasizes the beauty of dark skies and the need to combat light pollution.
Notable winning images included 'The Chasm', 'Razorback', and 'Aurora over the Prince Christian Sound'.