Steve Young has won the British Wildlife Photography title for his photograph of a herring gull, which, the judges say, was a "unique and striking image. One that captures perfectly the power, chaos and intensity of the ocean," according to Greg Armfield of the WWF.

Young wins a £5000 cash prize, while Adam Hawtin, a 14-year-old photographer, won a £500 cash prize and the Young British Wildlife Photographer title. He won for his picture of a Blue Leaf-beetle.

The British Wildlife Photography Awards are now in their second year. An exhibition of more than 90 images will be presented at the Hooper's Gallery in London from 14 October until 30 October. Visit www.hoopersgallery.co.uk for more details. The organisers have also released a book of the winning entries, which is available from AA Publishing at www.theAA.com/shop.

For more information about the awards, visit www.bwpawards.co.uk.