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UPY 2026 Behaviour - Third
'Egg Clutcher'
Anton Sorokin
A female California newt holds onto vegetation and a previously laid clutch from another newt to anchor herself in place as she begins to lay her eggs. Her holding onto the eggs this way is a lucky coincidence, but made for a exciting photo opportunity.
Judge's comment: An image that just shouts parental care. The composition perfectly captures the way the newt is delicately, but protectively clutching her eggs.
Alex Mustard
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