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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
An endangered Lion-Tailed Macaque baby clings to its mother

Tiny grip, monumental love: Amidst the lush foliage, the mother's fur becomes both a sanctuary and a symbol of security, offering a haven for the little one to explore the world while always anchored in the nurturing embrace of maternal love.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Valparai, India
Camera: NIKON Z 8
Copyright: © Hiren Khatri