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Phoenicopterus roseus (Greater flamingo), preening.
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review

•  Best in Scope Earth605 (talk) 06:13, 28 December 2025 (UTC)
•  Support Lots of images of this species but this is the best one show "preening" behavior. --GRDN711 (talk) 07:29, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:07, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

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Pteropus medius (Indian flying fox), showing wing upperside.
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review

•  Support very good and useful --Gower (talk) 21:25, 27 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:07, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Phoenicopterus roseus (Greater flamingo), taking off.
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review

•  Best in Scope Earth605 (talk) 06:19, 28 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:07, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) silhouette, lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 06:03, 27 December 2025 (UTC)
•  Best in Scope Earth605 (talk) 10:01, 27 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:54, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Eugenes fulgens (Rivoli's hummingbird) female, lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 15:04, 27 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:31, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Loxodonta africana (Desert-adapted elephant) dust bathing, lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 15:05, 27 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:32, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Loxodonta africana (Desert-adapted elephants) juveniles, cuddling.
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review

•  Support Useful and used. -- Terragio67 (talk) 18:41, 26 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:54, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:25, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes For 2026 from VulcanSphere

Happy Holidays Giles Laurent! Vulcan Wishing A Great 2026 For You! – VulcanSphere (talk) 02:54, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (01 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 075 White rhinoceros mother and her newborn baby in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support High quality photo, good FP candidate --George Chernilevsky 08:33, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 076 Baby Angolan giraffes running in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support High quality photo, good FP candidate --George Chernilevsky 08:34, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 077 Angolan giraffes cuddling at sunset in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:34, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 078 Juvenile Springbok jumping in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:35, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 079 Herd of African bush elephants drinking in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support High quality photo, good FP candidate --George Chernilevsky 08:34, 29 December 2025 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 09:24, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:52, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:013 Great white pelican close-up in Walvis bay Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:013 Great white pelican close-up in Walvis bay Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 21:03, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (02 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 080 Baby cape fur seals fighting at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:25, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 081 White rhinoceros (male) in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:25, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 082 Yellow mongoose in Khomas Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:26, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 083 Blue wildebeest dust bathing in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:26, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 087 Rosy-faced lovebird couple cuddling in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 08:27, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:47, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:018 European bee-eater landing with a Hairy-legged horsefly next to another European bee-eater Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:018 European bee-eater landing with a Hairy-legged horsefly next to another European bee-eater Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

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Valued Image Promoted

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Pycnonotus leucotis (White-eared bulbul) couple.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:37, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:41, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Phoenicopterus roseus (Greater flamingo), landing.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:38, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:42, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

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Myiopsitta monachus (Monk parakeets) couple, in flight.
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review

•  Support Best in scope --Ercé (talk) 07:26, 30 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:40, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

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Axis axis (Chital) male, lying down.
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review

•  Comment I changed category in scope --Gower (talk) 07:03, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Ok, thank you -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:51, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:24, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:09, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Pteropus medius (Indian flying fox), licking its genitals.
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review

•  Support very good and useful --Gower (talk) 13:20, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:09, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Axis axis (Chital) mother grooming her baby.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:25, 29 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:09, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:23, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (03 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 108 Male White rhinoceros walking in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 08:58, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 109 Male White rhinoceros walking in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Bijay Chaurasia 09:02, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 110 Male Gemsbok in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 08:58, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 111 Female Springbok running in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Bijay Chaurasia 09:02, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 112 Meerkat standing in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:00, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:37, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (04 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 097 African bush elephant dust bathing in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality (and beautiful !) --Benjism89 10:56, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 098 Plains zebra eyes close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 10:56, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 101 African bush elephant face close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 10:56, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 102 Baby African bush elephant dust bathing in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 10:56, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 103 African bush elephant in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 10:56, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:44, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Just a FYI...

You seems to travel a lot, and takes a lot pictures of animals. Perhaps you heard of the kenyan elephant named Craig? He passed away recently, says the news [1]. Just FYI (perhaps you have met him)... // Zquid (talk) 12:32, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Thank you for this information. I had never heard of this elephant and have never been to Kenya so I only learned about it now with your link. These tusks were impressive, may Craig rest in peace -- Giles Laurent (talk) 15:00, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

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Otocyon megalotis megalotis (Southern Bat-eared Fox), rear view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 18:09, 31 December 2025 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:36, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

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Numida meleagris papillosus (Damara helmeted guinea fowls), fighting.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:07, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:36, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Herd of Rangifer tarandus (Reindeers), running.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:07, 1 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:36, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:23, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (05 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 143 Lilac-breasted roller in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:59, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 144 Lilac-breasted roller in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 10:03, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 146 Lilac-breasted roller taking off in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:59, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 147 Lilac-breasted roller in flight in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 10:00, 2 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 10:02, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 148 Lilac-breasted roller landing in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 10:03, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:45, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

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Madoqua damarensis (Damara Dik-dik) male.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:39, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:35, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

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Antidorcas marsupialis (Springbok) juvenile, stotting.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:39, 2 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:40, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Antidorcas marsupialis (Springbok) male, frontal view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:06, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:41, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:20, 6 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (06 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 150 Purple roller in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. Good FP candidate --George Chernilevsky 14:30, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 151 Purple roller in flight in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 14:29, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 152 Swallow-tailed bee-eater in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 14:55, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 153 Swallow-tailed bee-eater in flight in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 15:25, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 161 Crimson-breasted shrike in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 14:55, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:51, 6 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:076 Baby Angolan giraffes running in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:076 Baby Angolan giraffes running in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 05:04, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:056 Male Resplendent quetzal in Los Quetzales National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:056 Male Resplendent quetzal in Los Quetzales National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg/2 has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

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Valued Image Promoted

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Mungos mungo (Banded mongoose), lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:32, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:05, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Mungos mungo (Banded mongooses), playing.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:33, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:06, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Mungos mungo (Banded mongoose), standing.
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review

 Support Useful and used.--Famberhorst (talk) 16:56, 3 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:06, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:23, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (08 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 154 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Igor123121 09:30, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 155 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Igor123121 09:30, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 156 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in flight in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 09:31, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 157 Male Northern red-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Gower 10:19, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 158 Female Northern red-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --Gower 10:19, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (09 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 008 Milky way aligned with the Matterhorn reflecting in Stellisee Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Excellent quality. --Herpking 12:23, 6 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 020a European bee-eater flight aerodynamics Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Poco a poco 12:35, 6 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 020b European bee-eater flight aerodynamics Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --E bailey 14:33, 6 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 154 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Igor123121 09:30, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 155 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Igor123121 09:30, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 156 Southern yellow-billed hornbill in flight in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 09:31, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 157 Male Northern red-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Gower 10:19, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 158 Female Northern red-billed hornbill in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --Gower 10:19, 5 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (10 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 099 Plains zebra head close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Peulle 08:49, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 200 Female Greater kudu in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:50, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 199 Marico flycatcher in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:53, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 198 Granite rock in La Digue Island at sunset Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Beautiful shot! --Scotch Mist 09:49, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 196 Laughing gulls in flight at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 15:48, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 020c European bee-eater flight aerodynamics Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. Stunning colors --JackyM59 13:19, 6 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Ooligan 06:16, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (11 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 049 Wildlife photographer in camouflage clothing taking pictures Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --XRay 10:46, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 050 Wildlife photographer in camouflage clothing taking pictures in Switzerland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:51, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 048 Wildlife photographer in camouflage clothing taking pictures Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --XRay 10:46, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 136 Black-backed jackal hunting for food at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:51, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 090 Rosy-faced lovebirds kissing in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Scotch Mist 09:52, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 040 White-throated dipper fishing in a waterfall in Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Екатерина Борисова 04:21, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

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FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:194 White-nosed coati at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you uploaded is now assessed as one of the finest pictures on Wikimedia Commons, the nomination is available at Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:194 White-nosed coati at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate, please do so at this nomination page.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:01, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

FM promotion

This file has been promoted to Featured media! The file File:041 European bee-eater killing and eating a bee in Pfyn-Finges Video by Giles Laurent.webm, which you nominated at Commons:Featured media candidates/File:041 European bee-eater killing and eating a bee in Pfyn-Finges Video by Giles Laurent.webm, has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another file, please do so.

Cart (talk) 20:41, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Procavia capensis (Rock hyrax), family.
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review

•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:50, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:50, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Procavia capensis (Rock hyrax), climbing a tree.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:42, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:50, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Cinnyris fuscus (Dusky sunbird), lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:45, 7 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:51, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (12 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 195 White-nosed coati adult and juvenile at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 13:36, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 194 White-nosed coati at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 08:35, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 197 Sanderling at the beach in Yucatán Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Ermell 09:32, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 193 Herd of Reindeers running in Southern Iceland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. Magnificent animals --JackyM59 08:36, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 192 Herd of Reindeers running in Southern Iceland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments An excellent focus to the deers --Michielverbeek 08:37, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

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FM promotion

This file has been promoted to Featured media! The file File:053 Pod of Spinner dolphins swimming in the Indian ocean Video by Giles Laurent.webm, which you nominated at Commons:Featured media candidates/File:053 Pod of Spinner dolphins swimming in the Indian ocean Video by Giles Laurent.webm, has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another file, please do so.

Cart (talk) 11:48, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:080 Baby cape fur seals fighting at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:080 Baby cape fur seals fighting at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:03, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) female, lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:23, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:43, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe), drinking.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:08, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 22:27, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) head, eating.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:10, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 22:28, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) male, lateral view.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:23, 8 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:43, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) juveniles, playing.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:57, 9 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:44, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

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FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:082 Yellow mongoose in Khomas Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:082 Yellow mongoose in Khomas Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 05:02, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (13 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 191 Namib rock agama in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 16:09, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 190 Rock hyrax family in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --NorbertNagel 17:59, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 189 Rock hyrax climbing a tree in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 16:09, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 188 Rock hyrax in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --NorbertNagel 17:59, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 187 Bat-eared fox in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 16:09, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (14 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 186 Cape ground squirrel in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 20:35, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 185 Angolan giraffe hair patterns close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 21:15, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 184 Angolan giraffe licking its nose in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 20:35, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 183 Angolan giraffe spitting water in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 20:35, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 180 Baby African bush elephant in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 20:35, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (15 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 182 Angolan giraffe drinking in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 09:11, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 181 Black rhinoceros in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 15:40, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 179 Male African bush elephants drinking in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --George Chernilevsky 09:13, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 178 Male African bush elephant in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --George Chernilevsky 09:13, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 177 Helmeted guinea fowl figthing in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 09:17, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:44, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) males, cuddling.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:33, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:15, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Agapornis roseicollis roseicollis (Rosy-faced lovebird) couple kissing.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

 Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:45, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:23, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Agapornis roseicollis roseicollis (Rosy-faced lovebird) in flight.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:46, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:22, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Laniarius atrococcineus (Crimson-breasted shrike) lateral view.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Best in Scope ideal photo! thanks --Gower (talk) 12:58, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:28, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) hair patterns.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Best in Scope --Gower (talk) 13:03, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:39, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Agapornis roseicollis roseicollis (Rosy-faced lovebird) couple cuddling.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:46, 12 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. George Chernilevsky ^talk 13:22, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Giraffa giraffa angolensis (Angolan giraffe) head, licking its nose.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 08:02, 11 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:53, 10 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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Quality Image Promotion (16 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 176 Male Damara-Dikdik in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Rohit14400 08:53, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 175 Male Damara-Dikdik in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Rohit14400 08:53, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 174 Male Springbok in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Rohit14400 08:53, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 173 Juvenile Springbok jumping in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Rohit14400 08:53, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 172 Banded mongooses playing at sunset in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Anitava Roy 08:24, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (17 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 171 Banded mongoose standing at sunset in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 11:32, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 170 Banded mongoose at sunset in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 11:32, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 169 Banded mongoose at sunset in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 11:32, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 168 Banded mongoose in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 11:32, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 167 Banded mongooses standing in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 11:05, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

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FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:081 White rhinoceros (male) in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:081 White rhinoceros (male) in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

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Tockus leucomelas (Southern yellow-billed hornbill), female, rear view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 06:12, 13 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:15, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (18 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 166 White rhinoceros in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Romainbehar 07:55, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 165 Dusky sunbird in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:31, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 164 Rosy-faced lovebird couple taking off in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:31, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 163 Rosy-faced lovebird couple in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:32, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 162 Rosy-faced lovebird in flight in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:32, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

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FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:073 Humpback whale tail in Ballena Marine National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:073 Humpback whale tail in Ballena Marine National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

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Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Tockus erythrorhynchus (Northern red-billed hornbill), female, lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:43, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 17:38, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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review

•  Support Useful and used. --Pierre André ^(talk) 22:09, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:47, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Merops hirundineus hirundineus (Swallow-tailed bee-eater) in flight.
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review

•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 06:07, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:49, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Tockus leucomelas (Southern yellow-billed hornbill), male, in flight.
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review

 Comment The scope should be linked to the "CAT:Tockus leucomelas in flight" and the image moved there. --Tagooty (talk) 09:54, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

 Done @Tagooty -- Giles Laurent (talk) 10:29, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

• Thanks  Support Best in scope and useful. --Tagooty (talk) 12:36, 14 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:49, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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review

•  Support perfect photo and useful --Gower (talk) 08:38, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:49, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Agapornis roseicollis roseicollis (Rosy-faced lovebird) taking off.
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review

•  Support Useful and used. --Pierre André ^(talk) 22:06, 15 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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Quality Image Promotion (19 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 160 Cape starling in Otjozondjupa Region Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:46, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 159 Cape starling in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:46, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 149 Lilac-breasted roller eating in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:46, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 145 Lilac-breasted roller taking off in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. Wonderful even with cropped wing! --Gower 12:52, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 142 Pale-winged starling in Twyfelfontein Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 08:46, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

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★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Tockus leucomelas (Southern yellow-billed hornbill), couple.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:50, 16 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:02, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (20 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 141 Dassie rat in Twyfelfontein Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 14:40, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 140 Laughing dove in Twyfelfontein Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 14:40, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 139 Southern yellow-billed hornbill couple in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 14:58, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 138 Desert-adapted elephant frontal view in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 14:58, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 137 Mother and baby Desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 14:42, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

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Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Coracias naevius mosambicus (Purple roller), lateral view.
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•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:23, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:33, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Onychognathus nabouroup (Pale-winged starling), ventral view.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:26, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:33, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Coracias naevius mosambicus (Purple roller), in flight.
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review

•  Support Useful & Used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:25, 17 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:33, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (21 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 116 Sunset in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 11:32, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 135 Black-backed jackal hunting for food at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Very good quality. --Benjism89 11:32, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 134 Cape fur seal bulls fighting at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --JackyM59 11:08, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 133 Group of Cape fur seal sleeping together at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 11:33, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 132 Group of Cape fur seal sleeping together at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benjism89 11:33, 18 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (22 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 131 Baby Cape fur seal sleeping at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --MB-one 09:56, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 130 Baby Cape fur seal at Cape cross Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 12:45, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 129 Cape fur seal bull walking at Pelican point Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 15:14, 19 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 15:23, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 128 Great white pelican in flight at Pelican point Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 12:46, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 127 African red-eyed bulbul in Namib-Naukluft National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 13:20, 19 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (23 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 125 Yellow mongoose in Khomas Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 09:02, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 126 Common warthog in Namib-Naukluft National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 09:02, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 124 Single Camel Thorn tree with Plains zebra in the background in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 09:02, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 123 Single tree in Sossusvlei Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 09:02, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 122 Mountains in Namib-Naukluft National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Hobbyfotowiki 09:02, 20 January 2026 (UTC)

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Quality Image Promotion (24 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 121 Mountains in Namib-Naukluft National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments Good quality. --Jacek Halicki 11:15, 21 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 120 Herd of Blue wildebeest resting under a tree in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Harlock81 10:12, 21 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 119 Sociable weaver nests on an Acacia tree in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Bijay Chaurasia 10:23, 21 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 118 Sunrise in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Benlisquare 09:44, 21 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 117 Sunset in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 01:17, 22 January 2026 (UTC)

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FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:019 European bee-eater in flight in in Pfyn-Finges Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:019 European bee-eater in flight in in Pfyn-Finges Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

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Quality Image Promotion (25 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 114 Plains zebra walking in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 14:25, 22 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 113 Cape ground squirrel standing from a hole in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 14:25, 22 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 107 Angolan giraffe eating from an Acacia tree in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 14:25, 22 January 2026 (UTC)

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Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Coracias caudatus (Lilac-breasted roller), eating.
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review

 Support Useful and used - --GRDN711 (talk) 18:18, 21 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 09:11, 25 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:22, 26 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (26 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 089 Male Springboks fighting in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Bgag 04:58, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 105 Angolan giraffe walking in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --FlocciNivis 22:04, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 104 Juvenile Common ostrich in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 21:15, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 100 Plains zebra hair patterns close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --E bailey 02:49, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 096 Juvenile Springbok jumping in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 22:20, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 095 Cape fur seal jumping out of the water in Walvis bay Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pdanese 22:21, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 115 Male Steenbok in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 07:57, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 106 Angolan giraffe walking in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Herpking 14:25, 22 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 07:57, 23 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:37, 26 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:084 Sun setting in the Namib desert Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:084 Sun setting in the Namib desert Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 05:01, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (27 January 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 094 Desert-adapted elephant dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Bgag 04:58, 24 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 08:24, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 093 Desert-adapted elephants cuddling in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality.--Agnes Monkelbaan 05:17, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 092 Desert-adapted baby elephants cuddling in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 08:24, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 091 Desert-adapted baby elephants playing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality.--Agnes Monkelbaan 05:15, 24 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 08:24, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:35, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
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Spilopelia senegalensis senegalensis (Laughing dove), lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:05, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:55, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Coracias caudatus (Lilac-breasted roller) taking off, showing wing underside.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:51, 24 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:52, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:24, 28 January 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:062 Lesson's motmot in San José Province Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:062 Lesson's motmot in San José Province Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 21:01, 29 January 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Lupulella mesomelas mesomelas (Cape black-backed jackal), lateral view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:05, 24 January 2026 (UTC)
•  Support This is a good image that illustrates the species well as an unencumbered side view often does.
  

  I support the nomination but IMHO I think for this image, you could have taken your scope up one level to best-of-species rather than the lower and more limiting species with view sub-scope. VI ratings are not forever. If another photographer comes along with a better image that meets the generic scope of the nomination, they can challenge the existing VI by Most Valued Review. A best-of-species VI is at the highest level and in general, more difficult to challenge than at a lower level. --GRDN711 (talk) 01:23, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:46, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:21, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (02 February 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 086 Milky way seen in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 01:02, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 061 Female Resplendent quetzal in Los Quetzales National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 01:02, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 088 Angolan giraffe eating eating from an acacia tree in the Kalahari Desert of Namibia Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 22:01, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 074a Desert-adapted elephants dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 22:01, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 074b Desert-adapted elephants dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 22:01, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 074c Desert-adapted elephants dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 22:01, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 085 Milky way seen from Namib-Naukluft National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 21:57, 30 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:30, 2 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:063 Northern Emerald-toucanet in Los Quetzales National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:063 Northern Emerald-toucanet in Los Quetzales National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:03, 2 February 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (03 February 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 016d Desert-adapted elephant dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 01:02, 31 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 06:20, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 016e Desert-adapted elephant dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 01:02, 31 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 06:20, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 016f Desert-adapted elephant dust bathing in Damaraland Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Rjcastillo 01:02, 31 January 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Tisha Mukherjee 06:20, 31 January 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:43, 3 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:159 Cape starling in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:159 Cape starling in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:01, 4 February 2026 (UTC)

Wiki Loves Folklore 2026 has started, Join us!

Hello Giles Laurent,

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--MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 14:54, 5 February 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Coracias caudatus (Lilac-breasted roller) on the ground, spreading wings, showing wing upperside.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:51, 24 January 2026 (UTC)
•  Oppose Wing upperside is a challenging view to photograph but this one shows a better upper view of all of the feathers. --GRDN711 (talk) 05:59, 26 January 2026 (UTC)

@GRDN711, the one you have linked is in flight and not landing! Also the one you have linked is completely blurry with no details and the light is much worse than the present candiafe showcasing the beautiful vibrant colors of this bird -- Giles Laurent (talk) 22:05, 26 January 2026 (UTC)

@Giles - In your other image, I could see that the bird was taking off. In this one, it is not apparent and I would not know it if you has not told me. So, "landing" as a sub-scope is a little dubious.
As for the display of the upper wing, the other image clearly shows a full display of both the wing and tail feathers. Yes, your image is technically superior as you are a better photographer. But for VI, while good quality is encouraged, the requirement for review is at the size and resolution of the image on this page. The other image better illustrates the pattern of upper wing feathers, including the tail feathers which are lost in this nomination. --GRDN711 (talk) 01:51, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

@GRDN711 I 100% promise it just landed from a nearby bush to search insects on the ground (which he successfully found). Moreover the other image you have linked has one wing hidden behind the bird while the present one shows completely every single feather of both wings. Also, the bluriness of the other picture is already immediately visible at review size while the present candidate has every feather in focus and without motion blur. -- Giles Laurent (talk) 04:05, 27 January 2026 (UTC)

•  Comment I am doubly saddened by the outcome of this nomination. Firstly, the negative vote was inept, but I am especially astonished that no one stepped forward to rectify this injustice. This image can be submitted to the FP. --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:58, 31 January 2026 (UTC)
•  Comment To me this is a valued image of the species on the ground with wings spread. Visually, I am not able to see that it is in the landing phase of flight. Unfortunately, per "verifiable" and "no original research" criteria of Wikipedia, the statement of the photographer, however accurate, cannot be relied on. If the scope is modified as suggested, I will support. --Tagooty (talk) 03:46, 2 February 2026 (UTC)

 Done @Tagooty -- Giles Laurent (talk) 19:01, 2 February 2026 (UTC)

 Support Best in scope and useful. --Tagooty (talk) 03:31, 3 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 1 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:38, 5 February 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:20, 6 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:046 Capybara by the river in Encontro das Águas State Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:046 Capybara by the river in Encontro das Águas State Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:01, 8 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:034 Little cormorant in Keoladeo National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:034 Little cormorant in Keoladeo National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:04, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (12 February 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 055 Pink Ipê tree in Mato Grosso Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 23:00, 9 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 073 Humpback whale tail in Ballena Marine National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 23:00, 9 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 017 European bee-eater spreading its wings in Pfyn-Finges Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Pangalau 03:28, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 033 Jabiru taking off in Encontro das Águas State Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 23:00, 9 February 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:39, 12 February 2026 (UTC)

Quality Image Promotion (13 February 2026)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 1000 Three domes of Oia in Santorini Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 22:03, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 1029 Acropolis of Athens in Greece at night Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 22:03, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 035 Vertical panorama of the Milky Way during Perseids seen from Oeschinensee Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 22:03, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 047 Tschuggen seen from Murren at night Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 22:03, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 043 Indian stone-curlew in Keoladeo National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 22:03, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

Your image has been reviewed and promoted Congratulations! 084 Sun setting in the Namib desert Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, which was produced by you, was reviewed and has now been promoted to Quality Image status. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Quality images candidates. We also invite you to take part in the categorization of recently promoted quality images. Comments  Support Good quality. --Юрий Д.К. 23:00, 9 February 2026 (UTC)  Support Good quality. --Poro26 08:17, 10 February 2026 (UTC)

--QICbot (talk) 05:41, 13 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:101 African bush elephant face close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:101 African bush elephant face close-up in Etosha National Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 21:02, 15 February 2026 (UTC)

FP Promotion

★ This image has been promoted to Featured picture! ★ The image File:005 Rufescent tiger heron in Encontro das Águas State Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg, that you nominated on Commons:Featured picture candidates/File:005 Rufescent tiger heron in Encontro das Águas State Park Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg has been promoted. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so.

/FPCBot (talk) 13:01, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Lupulella mesomelas mesomelas (Cape black-backed jackal), frontal view.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:08, 14 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:20, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Lamprotornis nitens phoenicopterus (Cape starling), rear view.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:08, 14 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:21, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Lamprotornis nitens phoenicopterus (Cape starling), lateral view.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:09, 14 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:21, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:22, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus (Cape fur seal), bull, vocalizing.
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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:13, 15 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:00, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus (Cape fur seal), bulls, fighting.
If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at Valued images candidates.

review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:13, 15 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:00, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

--VICBot2 (talk) 00:21, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

FM promotion

★ This file has been promoted to Featured media! ★ The file File:202 Svartifoss long exposure timelapse Video by Giles Laurent.webm, that you uploaded is now assessed as one of the finest file on Wikimedia Commons, the nomination is available at Commons:Featured media candidates/File:202 Svartifoss long exposure timelapse Video by Giles Laurent.webm. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate, please do so at this nomination page.

★ This file has been promoted to Featured media! ★ The file File:045 Wildlife photographer in camouflage clothing taking pictures Video by Giles Laurent.webm, that you uploaded is now assessed as one of the finest file on Wikimedia Commons, the nomination is available at Commons:Featured media candidates/File:045 Wildlife photographer in camouflage clothing taking pictures Video by Giles Laurent.webm. Thank you for your contribution. If you would like to nominate, please do so at this nomination page.

Tvpuppy (talk) 15:55, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Valued Image Promoted

★ Your nomination has been reviewed and promoted ★
Congratulations! The image you nominated was reviewed and has now been promoted as a valued image. It is considered to be the most valued image on Commons within the scope:
Pelecanus onocrotalus (Great white pelican) in flight, side view showing wing upperside.
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•  Support Very good and used. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 23:43, 15 February 2026 (UTC)
•  Support --GRDN711 (talk) 05:14, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support very good (QI) and useful --Gower (talk) 18:45, 15 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:55, 16 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:40, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Support Useful and used. - --GRDN711 (talk) 05:37, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used.--Famberhorst (talk) 18:02, 14 February 2026 (UTC)
•  Oppose The action is appealing but at f/2.8, the only in-focus spot within this image is the whiskers. Needs to have more depth-of-field and overall sharpness to best represent the species. --GRDN711 (talk) 05:49, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

The whole face is in focus, eyes, ears and whiskers included, as it should be with wildlife photography, so this picture is perfectly fine. -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:45, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

 Comment True - you have one key element in focus - the whiskers, but the rest of the face and body is not. Overall, the image just looks too blurry. --GRDN711 (talk) 05:55, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

Once again you're wrong, the eyes and ears are also in focus in the image -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:50, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:41, 17 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 1 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:03, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

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Geosciurus inauris (Cape ground squirrel) on a tree, frontal view.
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:41, 18 February 2026 (UTC)
•  Oppose "On a tree" is excessive description making the scope too narrow. This one shows a better full frontal view of the species. --GRDN711 (talk) 07:07, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

@GRDN711 this is a ground squirrel and not a tree squirrel (they are different species). It is an interesting behavior to have a ground squirrel stand on a tree because ground squirrels are supposed to live on the ground and in burrows in the ground. The image you linked is a simple ground squirrel standing on the ground and not a ground squirrel perched on a tree. -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:54, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Comment Totally understand the difference between a ground squirrel and a tree squirrel. Adding the phrase "on a tree" adds excessive description that is not characteristic of the species but is intended to make your image appear more valuable than it is. If the scope becomes, "Geosciurus inauris (Cape ground squirrel), frontal view", the alternative example I gave is much better and more valuable at representing the species. --GRDN711 (talk) 07:16, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Once again, you're comparing this image to another one of a completely different scope, which doesn't make sense. The present scope is a very interesting and valuable behavior for the species. Your claim on the behavior being not characteristic of the species is not only irrelevant but moreover wrong. Ground squirrels can occasionally climb trees primarily for safety to escape predators or for surveillance of the area. -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:58, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Comment not geocoded --Gower (talk) 05:34, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

 Done @Gower -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:47, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support unconventional scope but why not? --Gower (talk) 21:26, 21 February 2026 (UTC)

@Gower Per COM:VIS, I start with VI being the best of species; then add another 50 or so valid VI opportunities as sub-scopes (is fifty not enough?) that represent visual differences in sex, single/group activity and typical behavior as long as it illustrates the species well.

In this case, "on a tree" is just a feature of this image that the nominator pulled into the scope to make this VI nom appear unique and therefore valuable. It is not typical species behavior and exactly what is meant by "too narrow" a scope per COM:VIS. The image is technically competent but does not provide a good frontal view of this ground squirrel. This one shows a much better frontal view.

Every image has features that are unique to the image. That doesn't mean they are unique and valuable for Commons Valued Image. -GRDN711 (talk) 01:53, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

As I already explained, "on a tree" is a typical behavior that this species can adopt for different reasons than tree squirrels so your statement is once again wrong. Ground squirrels can climb on trees for safety to escape predators or for surveillance of the area. This image is the only one on Wikimedia commons of this behavior and is very valuable. It's now been three times that you spammed your same comment on this nomination and your two additional comments added nothing new to your first comment. You have your own interpretation of the rules that is different from everyone else and it's not by repeating it three times in a row that you'll change this. I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't restate with a different wording your opinion a 4th time. Thank you for your understanding -- Giles Laurent (talk) 17:59, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 1 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:08, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:28, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:55, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:09, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

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Geosciurus inauris (Cape ground squirrel), side view, looking out of its burrow.
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•  Support Useful and used.--Famberhorst (talk) 05:47, 17 February 2026 (UTC)
•  Oppose "looking out of its burrow" is excessive description taken from the image that makes the scope too narrow. It is not behavior uniquely characteristic of this species but would apply to any burrow animal.
  

Also, the scope-category showing just 3 images for comparison under Category:Geosciurus inauris needs improvement. As noted in Wikipedia – “Xerus inauris and Geosciurus inauris refer to the same species, the Cape ground squirrel. The name "Geosciurus inauris" is a subgenus classification, while "Xerus inauris" is the specific name for this species. Both names describe the same ground squirrel found in southern Africa.” There should be at least 100 images of this species to compare to. --GRDN711 (talk) 06:55, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

@GRDN711 this is a ground squirrel and not a tree squirrel. This species lives in burrows on the ground and this is one of them. Having only part of their body out the burrow to inspect if the area is safe is a very typical behavior of this species that is extremely valuable as a scope. I used the same binomial species name as used in the Wikipedia article. If you look the images in Xerud inauris, the present still is the best representation of the scope -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:59, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

@Giles Laurent Totally understand the difference between a ground squirrel and a tree squirrel. Wikipedia is not VI nomination - different rues and context. Now let's bring focus to the issue, which is not the image, but the scope. In your last response I do find some merit in the ground squirrel behavior of cautiously peering from its burrow. I will not support the scope as written (still find it too wordy to be a generic scope) but withdraw my oppose. --GRDN711 (talk) 00:48, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support good scope and great shot, very useful --Gower (talk) 05:37, 19 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:06, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Used, useful and of high educational value. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 21:21, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:28, 20 February 2026 (UTC)
•  Support --GRDN711 (talk) 08:05, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:23, 23 February 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Support Used and useful. It's the only picture of a juvenile of this species. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 21:18, 18 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:24, 23 February 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Best in Scope -- JackyM59 (talk) 09:52, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:49, 21 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:32, 21 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 18:17, 21 February 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Useful, used and of high educational value. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 23:20, 20 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and very used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:15, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:13, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and very used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:14, 22 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:30, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:30, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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review

•  Support. Good representation. Small dust spot above his beak. JayCubby (talk) 00:41, 23 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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review

•  Support Usefull and used --Ercé (talk) 07:55, 23 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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Pharomachrus mocinno costaricensis (Resplendent quetzal), female, side view.
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• @Giles Laurent: , the highlights are a bit harsh, could they be reduced? JayCubby (talk) 03:12, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

I'll check tonight if I can do something -- Giles Laurent (talk) 09:04, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

 Done -- Giles Laurent (talk) 23:18, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support, thanks! JayCubby (talk)
•  Support --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:45, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

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Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:57, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Is the WB off? JayCubby (talk) 03:13, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

It isn't. The bird and the tree it is standing on are in the shadows while behind the tree it was completely sunny so that's probably what created this impression to you but the WB is correct -- Giles Laurent (talk) 09:02, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

 Support Thank you. JayCubby (talk) 17:52, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:42, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Tagooty (talk) 05:01, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

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 Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:33, 24 February 2026 (UTC)

•  Support perfect shot --Gower (talk) 09:09, 27 February 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:37, 2 March 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:12, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:13, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used (Une description en français serait bien venue...)--Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:45, 2 March 2026 (UTC)

 Done -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:48, 2 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:44, 5 March 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Useful and used.--Agnes Monkelbaan (talk) 05:37, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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 Support Best in scope and useful. --Tagooty (talk) 05:11, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:22, 3 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:46, 6 March 2026 (UTC)

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 Support Très bonne image - Une description en français serait bien accueillie... --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:20, 1 March 2026 (UTC)

•  Comment Merci pour la description...--Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:44, 2 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:46, 6 March 2026 (UTC)

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review

•  Comment The linked sub-cat has only this one image. There are several other images of this sub-species in the parent CAT, including some potential VIs. It will help the review if the images of the ssp are moved from the parent to the subcat. --Tagooty (talk) 09:11, 4 March 2026 (UTC)

The image you linked is of much smaller resolution and quality while also having a too wide crop. The light in your link also doesn't show the usual colors of the bird. -- Giles Laurent (talk) 10:09, 4 March 2026 (UTC)

Thanks for moving the other ssp images to the sub-cat.
 Support Best in scope and useful. --Tagooty (talk) 03:27, 5 March 2026 (UTC)

•  Support Best in scope and used. I agree that this one is more representative than the linked one. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 23:20, 4 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 2 support, 0 oppose =>
promoted. Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 10:22, 8 March 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support Useful and used --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 07:04, 4 March 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support Useful and used. This is a rare shot of high educational value. --Kiril Simeonovski (talk) 23:45, 5 March 2026 (UTC)

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/FPCBot (talk) 05:09, 6 April 2026 (UTC)

Better upload map

I refined the program a fair bit, splitting its output by continent and color-coding to indicate site size. Data:Giles Laurent Africa.map Data:Giles Laurent Asia.map Data:Giles Laurent Europe.map Data:Giles Laurent North America.map Data:Giles Laurent South America.map Should you want to update the maps, it can be done here using this SQL query. JayCubby (talk) 20:00, 6 April 2026 (UTC)

Thank you for these interesting maps! -- Giles Laurent (talk) 07:28, 8 April 2026 (UTC)

Round 1 of Picture of the Year 2025 voting is open!

2024 Picture of the Year:Mundari man polishing the horns of one of his Watusi cows using a mixture of cow urine and ash as a ritualistic and protective practice in a temporary cattle camp in Terekeka, South Sudan.

Dear Wikimedian,

Wikimedia Commons is happy to announce that the 2025 Picture of the Year competition is now open. This year is the twentieth edition of the annual Wikimedia Commons photo competition, which recognizes exceptional contributions by users on Wikimedia Commons. Wikimedia users are invited to vote for their favourite images featured on Commons during the last year (2025) to produce a single Picture of the Year.

Hundreds of images that have been rated Featured Pictures by the international Wikimedia Commons community in the past year are all entered in this competition. These images include professional animal and plant shots, breathtaking panoramas and skylines, restorations of historical images, photographs portraying the world's best architecture, impressive human portraits, and so much more.

For your convenience, we have sorted the images into topical categories. Two rounds of voting will be held: In the first round, you may vote for as many images as you like. The top 30 overall and the top 5% of most popular images in each category will continue to the final. In the final round, you may vote for just five images to become the Picture of the Year.

Round 1 will end on 18 April 2026, 23:59:59 UTC.

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Thank you...

...for everything you've done to make POTY run smoothly the last few years. You've been so helpful at making sure we stay on track, and you've caught a number of problems that I probably wouldn't have. By the way, I've been taking a look at your FPs this year and they're just stunning--incredible work as always. Ingenuity (talk) 15:36, 7 April 2026 (UTC)

Many thanks for this very heartwarming and friendly message, much appreciated! Always happy to help keep things running! :)

Thank you also for the pictures, I tried to nominate as many of my best photos as possible for this POTY edition (I'm not sure I can have the same level of images for the next POTYs)

And also many thanks to you because POTY would probably be dead if you had not saved it for POTY 2023, 2024 and 2025! -- Giles Laurent (talk) 20:57, 7 April 2026 (UTC)

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•  Support --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 06:11, 4 April 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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•  Support --Archaeodontosaurus (talk) 05:55, 5 April 2026 (UTC)

Result: 1 support, 0 oppose =>
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Round 2 of Picture of the Year 2025 voting is open!

Dear Wikimedian,

You are receiving this message because we noticed that you previously voted in the Picture of the Year contest. Wikimedia users are invited to vote for their favourite images featured on Commons during the last year (2025) to produce a single Picture of the Year.

Hundreds of images that have been rated Featured Pictures by the international Wikimedia Commons community in the past year were entered in this competition. These images include professional animal and plant shots, breathtaking panoramas and skylines, restorations of historical images, photographs portraying the world's best architecture, impressive human portraits, and so much more.

In this second and final round, you may vote for a maximum of five images. The image with the most votes will become the Picture of the Year 2025.

Round 2 will end at 2 May 2026, 23:59:59 UTC.

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Announcing the Winners of Picture of the Year 2025!

Hi everyone,

Wikimedia Commons is pleased to finally announce the winners of this year's Picture of the Year 2025 contest! We had some truly incredible finalists to choose from, but the community has spoken.

Here are your top three winning images:

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  First place: The aftermath of an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City on October 9, 2023, leaving widespread destruction in the Rimal area.
  Attribution: WAFA (Q2915969) / CC-BY-SA 3.0
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  Second place: Baby cape fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) sleeping at Cape cross, Namibia.
  Attribution: Giles Laurent / CC-BY-SA 4.0
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  Third place: A gigantic jet photographed from the International Space Station by astronaut Nichole Ayers.
  Attribution: public domain

You can view the full results and see where all your favorite images placed here: Full 2025 Results

I also want to highlight what an incredible turnout we had. In the second round, we saw a massive jump in both the number of users voting and the total votes cast. We had exactly 13,979 votes cast by 3,509 users! To put that in perspective, last year we had 7,403 votes from 2,837 users. It is amazing to see that level of growth and community engagement.

Thank you to everyone who voted, helped organize, and generally made the contest such a huge success this year!

Regards,
ZI Jony
For the POTY Committee 20:09, 9 May 2026 (UTC)

A barnstar for you!

	The Photographer's Barnstar
	For obvious reasons… Yacàwotçã (talk) 23:20, 9 May 2026 (UTC)

Thank you very much Yacàwotçã! :) -- Giles Laurent (talk) 23:23, 9 May 2026 (UTC)

Congratulations for winning the Second place in Picture of the Year 2025

		The Photographer's Barnstar
		Congratulations for winning the Second place in Picture of the Year 2025. Tisha Mukherjee (talk) 06:00, 11 May 2026 (UTC)

Thank you very much Tisha, much appreciated! :) -- Giles Laurent (talk) 10:12, 11 May 2026 (UTC)

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