Tauranga the only exhibit stop in NZ

EDWIN Sahlin's Snowbird, a Wildlife Photographer of the Year finalist in the 15-17 years category.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, will be on display at the Tauranga Art Gallery until June 7.

The Gallery has invited well-known photographer Murry Cave to discuss wildlife photography on Tuesday, April 28.

Murry Cave is the President of the Photographic Society of New Zealand, and he has a particular interest in documenting the behaviour, ecology and habitats of New Zealand's wildlife.

He is currently working on a project documenting the primates of Asia.

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, founded in 1964, is an annual international showcase of the very best in nature photography.

The competition is open to young, amateur and professional photographers worldwide.

The exhibition features 100 images that show animal behaviour and breathtaking wild landscapes.

The Tauranga Art Gallery is the only venue in NZ to host the exhibition.

The gallery is open daily between 10am and 4.30pm and entry is free.

The fine print
What: A talk by nature photographer Murry Cave.
Where: Tauranga Art Gallery.
When: Thursday, April 28, at 5pm.
Cost: $10 per person, refreshments provided.
Call: the gallery on 578 7933 to secure a spot.