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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Elephant Welcome

Elephants in Zimbabwe are very independent and protective of their herd. In This photo they acknowledge and welcome us, as we are at a respectful distance. This is their world. The babies are always in the center of the herd. These elephants glowed in the dusk light.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Camera: LEICA SL2
Copyright: © Janelle freiman