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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Lioness and cubs

The image shows a lioness with her two cubs, in the early morning light. It was taken on a recent safari to the Maasai Mara National park in Kenya. My driver/guide positioned the vehicle perfectly in order to get the shot. I owe the picture to his skill and knowledge. I like the way one cub is staying close to its mother and the other one is striding out in front.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Narok, Kenya
Copyright: © Andrew Bennett