Hsu, Shao-Yen (Jungle)
I am a wildlife filmmaker and photographer from Taiwan, with an academic background in biology and a previous Master’s degree focused on plastic pollution research. My scientific background shapes how I observe nature and the stories I want to tell.
I have spent years photographing and filming wildlife across a wide range of environments. From Taiwan’s highest mountain to filming 30 meters underwater, I am comfortable working in challenging conditions and adapting to different environments to capture wildlife and its behavior.
I am particularly passionate about conservation documentaries and stories exploring the relationship between wildlife and people. For my Master’s final film, I am creating a documentary in Taiwan about pangolins and stray dogs, exploring the complex challenges that arise when wildlife conservation and human society intersect.
My ambition is to create powerful wildlife films that inspire conservation, encourage discussion and make a positive impact on wildlife.
jungle0814@gmail.com
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- Photography
Lift the gaze and seek the wings in the sky
A Black eagle watches over its chick at the nest in Taiwan, while a butterfly passes quietly between them. After years of observing this breeding pair, this brief moment captured both the strength and fragility of life in the wild.
The Descent
With its eyes locked on its target and wings drawn into the dive, this moment captures the speed, power and precision of one of Taiwan’s forest predators.
Ancient Wanderer
A Formosan pangolin quietly makes its way through the forest in Taiwan. Once heavily threatened by poaching, this remarkable species has become an important conservation story.
A New Beginning
A cicada rests beside its empty shell after emerging during the night. Its new wings are still soft and delicate, capturing a brief and vulnerable moment of transformation before it disappears into the forest.