@ausgeo: Wonder how Matt Deakin captured the image that clinched him the title of 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year? Check out a behind the scenes look at how he managed to capture “Ethereal Encounter”, an image featuring a critically endangered green sawfish and a sea turtle. 👀 Want to check out all of the stunning images from the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition? See Matt’s image and more competition winners in-person at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide, or the Australian Museum in Sydney, until 14 February 2027. Take the images home with you by purchasing the AGNPOTY 2026 book, now sold at the museum gift shops, QBD bookstores or the Australian Geographic e-store. Footage credit: South Australian Museum #ausgeo #AGNPOTY #photography #naturephotography #wildlifephotography