From a VERY determined honey badger to a sleepy seal: The amazing 25 shortlisted images for Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award - which will YOU vote for? The shortlisted photos were chosen from more than 59,000 images from 117 countries and territories Nature fans can vote for their favourite to win the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award READ MORE: National Geographic reveals its photographers' best pictures from 2024 By ESTHER MARSHALL Published: 19:01 EST, 26 November 2024 | Updated: 19:01 EST, 26 November 2024 e-mail View comments Advertisement An 'exfoliating' beluga whale, a honey badger covered in porcupine quills and a brave gecko putting up a last fight are among the animals featured in the shortlist for 2024's Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award. In total, there are 25 contending photographs selected from more than 59,000 entries from 117 countries and territories, in addition to the 100 winning images announced earlier this year by the Natural History Museum (NHM) and an international judging panel. What's more, which photograph wins is in your hands.

Dr Douglas Gurr, Director of the Natural History Museum, says: 'The People's Choice Award allows members of the public from across the globe to join the jury and vote for their winning image, inspiring everyone to connect with the natural world. 'As always, this year's selection of images for the competition's 60th anniversary is truly exceptional, and we ca.