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Sam Needham Photography

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📍 Lincolnshire | 📸 Fujifilm XT-2 | 🦁 2024 BIAZA Photography Competition Winner

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Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 25

Happy Birthday, Zaza! 🥳 Can't believe it has been a year since Zaza the Sumatran Tiger was born at Manor Wildlife Park. Here are a few snaps from when she was a smol cub 🐯

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#photography #sumatrantiger #tiger #tigercub #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Young tiger cub crouched low in the grass, staring intently ahead with bright blue eyes and a focused, inquisitive look.

Tiger cub standing in tall grass, gazing curiously to the right with wide blue eyes and alert ears, surrounded by soft green foliage.

Tiger cub bounding forward through grassy terrain with front paws raised, wearing an alert expression and framed by dappled sunlight.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 25

Hi Daryl. Yes, sounds great, thanks!

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 24

For today's #Caturday, we're at @highlandwpark.bsky.social with one of my favourite cat species, the stunning Snow Leopard.

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#photography #snowleopard #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 22

Last week, I headed to the far coast of Wales and the remote @skomerisland.bsky.social‬, home of a huge number of puffins. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Can't wait to share even more photos from the trip!

#photography #puffin #bird #atlanticpuffin #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife #wales

Close-up of an Atlantic puffin with a vibrant orange and gray beak, staring directly at the camera, set against a soft-focus background of green foliage and white flowers.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 15

Very sad to hear that Hugo, Folly Farm's African Lion, has passed away. Sending lots of love to the team at Folly Farm. Hugo was a huge part of the park and will be missed dearly ❤️

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#photography #africanlion #lion #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up portrait of a male lion with an intense gaze and a full, dark mane, captured in dramatic lighting that highlights the texture of his fur and face.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 13

It's not very often I post pictures of Zebras, but here's a Damara Zebra from Manor Wildlife Park 🦓 Have a good Tuesday everyone!

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#photography #zebra #damerazebra #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of a zebra standing upright, facing the camera, showcasing its distinctive black and white stripes and a short, upright mane, with a blurred green background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 11

Within Colchester Zoo, a very colourful little parrot, the Rainbow Lorikeet. Found in Eastern Australia, they live in rainforests and woodland areas 🌏🦜

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#photography #rainbowlorikeet #parrot #australia #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of a vibrant rainbow lorikeet with a bright green body, blue head, and orange-red chest, perched on a branch with a soft, blurred background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 10

Hamerton Zoo is known for its wonderful collection of Cheetahs. Unfortunately, this cub was very displeased about the heavy rain on my last visit ☔😂

#photography #cheetah #cheetahs #cheetahcub #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife #cub

Young cheetah lying on green grass in heavy rain, looking directly at the camera with a calm and focused expression, showcasing its distinctive tear mark facial pattern and spotted coat.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 8

A very sad week as we say goodbye to Julia the Bengal Tiger at Lincoln Zoo. Lots of love to all the staff and keepers at such a difficult time ❤️

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#photography #tiger #bengaltiger #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife #tigers #lincolnzoo

Close-up of a tiger resting on green grass, with its tongue slightly sticking out and a calm, relaxed expression, showcasing its bold orange and black striped coat.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 6

Abou the Shoebill at Exmoor Zoo. Happy Tuesday everyone!

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#photography #shoebill #shoebillstork #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife #wadingbird #bird #birdphotography

Close-up of a shoebill stork with striking grey-blue feathers and a large, rugged bill, staring intently with a piercing gaze against a blurred green background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 4

When you're a Siamang Gibbon enjoying the sun at @marwellzoo.bsky.social. ☀️😎 Happy Sunday all!

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#photography #gibbon #siamanggibbon #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

A gibbon with a grey face peering through dense green foliage, gazing upward with a calm, contemplative expression.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 3

A couple of weeks ago, I got to photograph the stunning Akovi at Colchester Zoo 😍 Akovi is a beautiful Amur Leopard cub, which are critically endangered in the wild. 🐆

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#photography #amurleopard #leopard #cub #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Young leopard cub lying on a rock with its tongue sticking out, showcasing its striking blue eyes and golden spotted fur, bathed in natural sunlight.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · May 1

Today’s #ThrowbackThursday of a Syrian Brown Bear at Hamerton Zoo, is quite the contrast. In this photo, I’m not sure who was more soaked from the rain. Me or the bear 🐻🌧️

#photography #bears #brownbear #syrianbrownbear #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Syrian brown bear walking through green grass, looking directly at the camera with a focused expression and a soft, blurred background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 29

When you are only 2 days into work after having a week off, you end up sleepy like Tashi the Red Panda at
@marwellzoo.bsky.social 😴☀️

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#photography #redpanda #redpandanetwork #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Red panda peacefully sleeping on a mesh platform between tree branches, with its face resting on its paw and surrounded by vibrant green foliage in the background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 20

When it's #Easter Sunday, you get lots of eggs, and you get to go to @lincolnzoouk! 🐣🪺

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#photography #tapir #tapirs #lincolnzoo #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife #eastersunday

Close-up of a tapir's face with eyes closed and mouth slightly open, showcasing its rounded snout and visible front teeth, captured with a humorous and expressive look.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 19

We are back at Exmoor Zoo for #caturday, with a stunning side profile of Princessa the Clouded Leopard. 🐆 The lighting just fell perfectly for a few minutes as the day drew to a close.

#photography #cloudedleopard #leopard #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 17

A #ThrowbackThursday to 2022, where a new arrival came along at Folly Farm! Baby Cletus was only a couple of weeks old here! Can't believe he's 3 years old now 😱

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#photography #camel #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of a young camel with fluffy brown fur and a curious expression, set against a soft-focus green grassy background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 15

A stunning Gelada at Bristol Zoo Project! Geladas are found only in the highlands of Ethiopia, where their long furry ‘capes’ help keep them warm.

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#photography #gelada #baboon #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Gelada monkey sitting thoughtfully among a field of yellow wildflowers, with long, shaggy fur and a bowed head, captured in warm sunlight.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 10

When you're sitting at Hamerton Zoo, being a Syrian Brown Bear, enjoying #ThrowbackThursday in the sun 🐻😎

#photography #bears #brownbear #syrianbrownbear #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife

Large Syrian brown bear sitting upright on green grass, with a curious expression and forested background featuring rocks and trees.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 8

A throwback to 2022 and a visit to Ark Wildlife Park where I met popular resident, Flerkin, the Savannah Cat 🥰

#photography #savannahcat #cat #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Savannah cat with a golden coat and bold dark spots walking through tall green grass near a brick wall, with an alert and focused expression.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 6

Today, we're at Paignton Zoo with something a little different to my usual photographs! In one of the exhibits, a small but colourful millipede.

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#photography #millepede #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of a curled-up millipede with a glossy dark brown exterior and vibrant orange legs, resting on textured tree bark with green leaves in the foreground.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 5

Thanks so much!

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 5

For today's #Caturday, it's always a special treat to see an Oncilla at Hamerton Zoo. This elusive little kitty loves to hide in the depths of its enclosure! Always a treat when you're able to take a photo! 📸

#photography #oncilla #cat #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of an Oncilla with distinctive dark stripes and spots on its fur, gazing to the side amid soft-focus green foliage in the background.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 3

Today's snap is from Woodside Wildlife Park with one of their stunning White Wolves. Native to Northern Canada, they're more than suited to the miserable weather here in Lincolnshire.

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#photography #whitewolf #wolf #baby #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #fujifilm #wildlife

Close-up of a white wolf partially obscured by green foliage, gazing calmly into the distance with soft natural lighting.

Sam Needham Photography @samneedhamphotos.bsky.social · Apr 1

When you're subject to an #AprilFools but totally forgot and are far from amused 🫣

Photo taken at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park 🦜

#photography #puma #mountainlion #animalphotography #wildlifephotography #portrait #fujifilm #wildlife #conservation

A puma, also known as a mountain lion or cougar, lies on the grass while gazing directly at the camera with a calm and confident expression. Its tawny fur blends with the natural surroundings, and its body is relaxed as it rests in a grassy enclosure.