Two heads are better than one. It takes two to tango. They’re two peas in a pod.

We’ve all heard the sayings about human pairs, but wildlife pairs make for some adorable competition. And since this year’s National Wildlife Photo Contest is open as we celebrate Valentine’s Day, I’ve combed through the archives for some photogenic wildlife duos. Enjoy a few favorites and enter your favorite wildlife photos before the contest closes!

I Spy with my little eye…

young red foxes
Young red foxes. Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Mavourneen Strozewski.

These adorable red foxes were spotted by Mavourneen Strozewski in Utah. They were playing and turned when they heard some rustling in the sagebrush, giving a perfect opportunity for this snap.

 

Seeing Double?

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Tawny Frogmouth chicks in Australia. Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Deborah Pearse.

Deborah Pearse nicknamed these frogmouth chicks Bill and Bub on her regular visits to see them while they fledged.

 

On the Catwalk

Lion cubs in Serengeti National Park
Lion cubs in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Theodore Mattas.

Theodore Mattas spied these cubs’ mother from his vehicle, and when they saw him, “They felt insecure due to human presence and immediately started walking side by side to gain confidence!”

 

A Stroll, My Dear?

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King Penguins on South Georgia Island. Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Beverly Houwing

This pair of King penguins certainly speaks to our idea of a couple. Beverly Houwing captured this moment that looks like they are holding hands as they walk along the beach at St. Andrew’s Bay on South Georgia Island.

 

I’ve Got Your Back

Alaskan Coastal Brown Bear Cubs
Alaskan Coastal Brown Bear Cubs. Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Charles Gonzalez

These Alaskan coastal brown bear cubs were near a small group of photographers while their mother looked on from a distance.

 

ENTER YOUR PHOTOS

Have you spotted wildlife that rival these adorable pairs? Enter your favorite images into this year’s National Wildlife Photo Contest for your shot at our $5,000 Grand Prize! There are also cash prizes in all seven categories, so there are plenty of chances to win. Learn more about the contest and enter before March 20!