Beauty in peril: The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition features stunning images of the endangered natural world - and raises the question, what is the most useful reaction to provoke?

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at Sydney's Maritime Museum showcases 100 photographs from the Natural History Museum in London, chosen from nearly 50,000 entries worldwide. The images capture the beauty and struggles of the natural world, with some photos highlighting the lengths photographers go to capture their shots. The exhibition includes both aesthetically stunning images and those that offer explicit commentary on environmental issues. The author reflects on the role of nature photography in the face of environmental collapse and questions the most effective reaction to provoke in viewers. The exhibition aims to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting the natural environment. [Extracted from the article]