2017 Wildlife Photo Contest

Species: Blue-Footed Booby | Location: Galapagos Islands National Park, Ecuador

This image, taken on North Seymour Island, puts on display the wonderful mating ritual between two Blue-Footed Boobies. The male slowly lifts each foot, one after the next, showing of their beautiful blue color. This is followed by a wing display, a cocked head, and a shrill whistle. This female seemed quite impressed, watching the entire display.

About The Photographer

Brianna Pritchard is the lead photographer of Beenie Photography, based in Middletown, Delaware. A recent graduate of the University of Delaware, she has studied Wildlife Conservation over the past several years. Thanks to a great deal of hard work--and an equal portion of good luck-- Bria has combined her passions for both Wildlife and Photography in the creation of wonderful nature images.