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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Cat Fish Burrows

A stunning aerial view of a dried lakebed reveals intricate patterns of catfish burrows etched into the earth. These burrows showcase the resilience of catfish, adapted to survive extreme conditions by burrowing deep to retain moisture and oxygen.

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Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Hanamkonda, India
Copyright: © Arun Kumar Nalimela