Winners Gallery
Finalist Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Suliman Alatiqi Indonesia
"This photo was captured after extensive fieldwork with the support of local rangers," says Alatiqi. "Our focus was to shed light on the Komodo dragon’s interaction with one of its main - yet commonly overlooked - habitats: coastal shorelines. As cold-blooded animals, Komodo dragons rely on external sources to regulate their body temperature. During the scorching heat, they can be seen resting in shallow water or mud to lower their body temperature. As adept swimmers, they will also swim or walk across the seabed to expand their territorial search for food or mates."
BEHIND THE LENS
Suliman Alatiqi Kuwait
ABOUT THE IMAGE
- Photojournalism fieldwork
- Midday shoot
- Calm waters
- f/20, 1/200s, ISO 250
Suliman Alatiqi began underwater photography at 15 and now works as a photography instructor and marine project consultant. He was the production editor for Kuwait Under the Blue (2025) and has earned top honours in major international competitions. His work has appeared in CNN, BBC, The Guardian, and National Wildlife Magazine, gaining global recognition for its artistry and conservation impact.
