"In the heart of the Arctic's icy realm, a poignant tale of strength unfolds as Svetlana, a lone 2.5-year-old polar bear, embarks on an arduous journey," says Ledoux. "Against a backdrop of melting ice and changing tides, the determined bear navigates the unforgiving waters of Svalbard, Norway. The image captures her tenacity; each stroke, each leap towards an elusive ice floe. Svetlana's quest mirrors the battle against climate change, her world transformed by human actions. In this powerful portrayal of resilience, the image resonates with a call to action, urging us to safeguard our fragile home before it slips away forever."