Wildlife Moms

Some of our favorite images of wildlife mothers from the National Wildlife Photo Contest

It can be a challenge to get a good wildlife photo, and the accomplishment is even greater when you can capture moments like these. To celebrate Mother's Day, here's a few of our favorite past entries from the National Wildlife Photo Contest.

Browse the 2012 National Wildlife Photo Contest's Baby Animals category to see more adorable photos of wildlife moms and their babies, and don't forget to vote for your favorites!

Enter your photos in the 2012 National Wildlife Photo Contest!

• Thousands of dollars in prizes
• Chance to be printed in National Wildlife® magazine
• $20 entry fee supports National Wildlife Federation's work to protect wildlife and wild places

Or browse this year's entries and help pick the People's Choice winner by voting for your favorite images >>