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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Feast in Motion

On July 30th, 2024, in the Maasai Mara, I witnessed a large group of vultures in the midst of a frenzied feast, scavenging on the remains left behind by a lion family after their meal. It was a rare and intense sight, as vultures descended to claim their share in the circle of life. I felt incredibly fortunate to observe and capture this powerful scene, as such moments are not only uncommon but also require a good vantage point to truly convey the raw energy and survival instinct of these remarkable scavengers.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Camera: NIKON Z 9
Copyright: © Yoshiki Nakamura