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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Bat caught in mid-flight while feeding on a nectar-laden flower at night.

While photographing wildlife in Costa Rica, I was able to capture this image of a bat in mid-flight as it fed on a nectar-laden flower at night. Used multiple flashes to freeze the action.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: No city., Costa Rica
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Tom Torget