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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Hyena Feasting in the Wilderness

This photograph captures a hyena in a moment of contemplation next to a large carcass, likely its meal. The hyena's gaze, almost directed towards me, creates a connection that draws the viewer into the scene, evoking curiosity about its instincts and behavior. The juxtaposition of life and death serves as a powerful reminder of the natural cycle.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2020
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Copyright: © Collen Mfazwe