Sri Lanka Wildlife Photography Gallery
Step into the untamed beauty of Wilpattu and the hidden corners of Sri Lanka’s wilderness through the lens of wildlife photographer Isuru Dayananda.
Every image in this collection comes from real encounters in the wild, shaped by years of patience, observation and respect for nature.
• Shortlisted – Wildlife Photographer of the Year, UK (2017 & 2018)
• Finalist – Golden Turtle International Nature Photography Competition, Russia (2017)
• Selected – White Swan International Photography Awards, China (2017)
• Commended – Bird Photographer of the Year, UK (2020)
From elusive leopards in Wilpattu to elephants, birds and the smaller wonders of Sri Lanka’s wild places, these photographs reveal authentic moments from the island’s extraordinary natural world.
These are not stock images. They are real encounters — moments captured in the wild through patience, respect and a deep connection with nature.
Discover Sri Lanka Through the Wild
Travel with Safaria and experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife through the eyes of people who know these wild places intimately.
Birds
Sri Lanka is a paradise for bird lovers, with an extraordinary variety of resident, endemic and migratory species. From colourful forest birds to raptors, waterbirds and wetland specialists, the island offers remarkable birdlife throughout its diverse habitats.
Explore authentic moments of Sri Lanka's birds captured in the wild — from quiet portraits to dramatic moments of flight, feeding and behaviour.
Reptiles
& Amphibians
Sri Lanka is a paradise for bird lovers, with an extraordinary variety of resident, endemic and migratory species. From colourful forest birds to raptors, waterbirds and wetland specialists, the island offers remarkable birdlife throughout its diverse habitats.
Explore authentic moments of Sri Lanka's birds captured in the wild — from quiet portraits to dramatic moments of flight, feeding and behaviour.
Insects & Arachnids
Sri Lanka’s wild places are home to an extraordinary variety of insects and arachnids, from colourful butterflies and dragonflies to spiders, scorpions and other fascinating small creatures.
Explore the often-overlooked world of Sri Lanka’s smaller wildlife through close encounters captured in their natural habitats.
