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Nature Photographers is a superb online magazine that features a cover shot to make your mouth water (or weep with jealousy) and offers in-depth instruction on wildlife and nature photography. Has excellent articles, photo tips, photographer critique forums, plus professional photographers' galleries.

PhotoMigrations.com, aimed at the nature photography community, is a clean, crisply-designed site that carries articles and advice on nature photography, profiles of top pros, forums, and a chat room for group discussions on interesting topics related to photography. Highly recommended as a valuable resource for the aspiring nature photographer.

NatureScapes.net is another excellent nature photography resource offering articles, workshop listings, and forums. For a nominal annual fee you can become a paid-up member and receive various benefits, including discounts on selected workshops.

Hicker Photo - compelling travel, nature and wildlife photography from Canadian photographer Rolf Hicker. Explore his portfolio of images from Alaska and Africa to New Zealand and the Galapagos Islands - a visual feast for the connoisseur of travel and nature photography.

Nigel Dennis Interview - for aspirant wildlife photographers, this interview with renowned photographer Nigel Dennis is essential reading. While you're at the site, don't miss the superb gallery section showcasing some of Nigel's extraordinary wildlife shots.

Nature Photography Central - Mother Nature's Web site. Discover how to find more spectacular moments, how to see with different eyes, and how to make the click of the shutter really count! Covers not only techniques, but also explores emotional aspects and personal interpretation. Also useful info on unusual topics like Digital Infrared, Data Recovery, cleaning the CCD on your SLR. Excellent site for those interested in improving their nature photography.

Iain S Byrne Photography - If you enjoy nature - and birds in particular - then you must visit Iain's uncluttered, professional web site. His extensive gallery features outstanding images from Scotland, Utah and New Mexico, with the emphasis on water and wading birds. A committed conservationist, Iain's images have been accepted in international exhibitions in the UK, Europe, USA and Australia