It could be described as a wildlife photographer’s dream. A photograph of a sleepy polar bear taking a snooze on an iceberg has been named the People’s.
See the breathtaking image 'Ice Bed' capturing a polar bear's nap on an iceberg, named People's Choice at the 2023 Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards
The winning photo, Ice Bed , serves as a visual representation of the detrimental impacts of climate warming and habitat loss. It highlights the integral bond between animals and their habitats and emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change.
As sea ice continues to vanish amid rising global temperatures, the photographer of the powerful moment said he hopes it "inspires hope": "There is still time to fix the mess we have caused."