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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Cheetah Cubs

Two Cheetah Cubs were resting in the shade, with sun on their backs. Their mother is not in the image but was nearby, and watchful.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Madikwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Camera: ILCE-1
Copyright: © Catherine Duggan