22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Land of Dragons
This was taken in Komodo National Park, using a wireless remote. We trekked up into the hills on Komodo Island until we spotted a big dragon moving around in the distance. Most of the dragons we saw were pretty inactive, so seeing one up and about was quite exciting. Once we got close enough, I used a modified pole with the camera attached, my ranger right by my side with his trusty stick. The dragon seemed curious, but not in an aggressive, frenzied way. He continued to go up to the camera, flicking his tongue to smell the lens. It was quite exciting!
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 05.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2024 |
Photo Location: | Labuan Bajo, Indonesia |
Camera: | Canon EOS R5 |
Copyright: | © LEIGHTON LUM |
Awards
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