On April 24, the "Young Naturalist" public organization has finalized the results of the "Heralds of spring through the lens of young naturalists" photo contest, which was held among children and youth aged 7 to 18. According to the decision of the jury, which consisted of professional photographers and experts, 8-year-old Margarita Samsonova from Ashgabat was declared the winner. She was awarded a special diploma and commemorative gifts.

• In photo: Margarita's contest entry

More than 50 people attended the award ceremony, including the organizers, parents, children, and teenagers.

"The great interest generated by this contest demonstrates the younger generation's caring attitude toward nature," noted Leyli Shyhmedova, the Chairperson of the organization.