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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Fiery

In the rugged hills of Jawai, Rajasthan, India, a scene of untamed beauty unfolds as a young leopard emerges from the shadows, its piercing gaze fixed upon the camera lens. Hiding amidst its natural habitat, concealed behind the spiny foliage of a jungle cactus bush, the leopard exudes an air of silent power and stealth. With ears perked and eyes keenly focused, the elusive predator embodies the essence of the wilderness, a symbol of strength and adaptability in its native environment. In this fleeting moment captured in time, the enigmatic presence of the young leopard serves as a poignant reminder of the raw beauty and inherent mystery of the natural world.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Jawai, Rajasthan, India
Camera: NIKON D850
Copyright: © Kishore Das