ODNR Division of Wildlife - Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp - Photo Contest Results

Ohio Wildlife Stamp Photo Contest Winners

Judging for this year’s contest took place at Geneva State Park during the th Annual Wildlife Diversity Partners Conference, August 30-31 . The judges were representatives from statewide conservation organizations, metro parks, science and education centers, garden clubs, as well as wildlife biologists, naturalists and outdoor writers. The photos were judged on originality, technical excellence, composition and overall impact.

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First Place, to be featured on 2013 stamp

Bruce DiVaccaro, Sheffield Village, Ohio - Black-capped Chickadee

Black-capped Chickadee by Bruce DiVaccaro

Pictured is the winning photo of a black-capped chickadee for the fourth annual Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp Photo Contest. Wildlife enthusiast Bruce DiVaccaro of Sheffield Village won the contest after capturing the image in his backyard.

First Runner Up

James Brown, Akron, Ohio - Black-capped Chickadee

This 1st runner up image of a black-capped chickadee was taken by James Brown of Akron.

Second Runner Up

Robert Hills, Arcadia, Ohio - Black-capped Chickadee

Robert Hills' black-capped chickadee photo was selected as 2nd runner up.