Autumn Greetings Wikipedians!


I hope this email finds you keeping well. 


Thank you so much to everyone who entered Wiki Loves Earth 2023. The level of talent and creativity this year was unmatched and a true celebration of Ireland’s protected areas and natural beauty.


After much deliberation from our panel of judges, I am delighted to officially announce the winners of Wiki Loves Earth 2023! 


  1. In first place Matteo.mazza91 captured the breathtaking Kilkee Reefs and Cliffs 



  1. In second place and an entry that is especially close to our hearts (Shout out to our mascot Enín!) Puffin and flowers by NoNameIsLeft

  1. In third place, is another stunning wildlife shot of Red Deer in Killarney National Park by Betony Kerry


  1. In fourth place Tollymore Forest Park Waterfall in all its autumnal glory by Ryan Mcdonald 




  1. In fifth place is the rugged Achill Island coastline by Kiran Madhusudhanan

Other winners included:

  1. Slieve League by  Z thomas

  2. Cliffs of Moher by Mikołaj Pisula

  3. Glendalough by Diego Lopez

  4. Kilkieran Bay by Diego Lopez

  5. Frogs encountered along the Carrauntoohil Mountain loop trail by Paolo Bergomi


Be sure to check out the amazing photographs from the other winners by clicking the links above and keeping an eye out on our TwitterFacebook, and Instagram


A huge congratulations to all the winners! If you would like to get involved in another photography competition, Wiki Loves Monuments is running until September 31st and you can enter here. Plenty of prizes are up for grabs and it’s a wonderful chance to celebrate Irish Heritage. 


Best wishes, 


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