Laurent Ballesta was selected as the winner of the competition following the submission of his “enigmatic image” Creation, which captures camouflage groupers exiting their milky cloud of eggs and sperm in Fakarava, French Polynesia. Take a look at all the other winners in various categories in our photo gallery.
17. POlar bears
Cool time by Martin Gregus showing polar bears in a different light as they come ashore in summer in Canada, which won Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Rising Star Portfolio Award
18. Elephant in the room
Elephant in the room by Adam Oswel as he draws attention to zoo visitors watching a young elephant perform under water in Australia, which won Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Photojournalism Award.
19. Ravens
The intimate touch by Shane Kalyn showing two ravens as their thick black bills came together in Canada, which won Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Behaviour: Birds Award.