22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Saw-whet Science
Under the ethereal glow of UV light, a scientist gently cradles a northern saw-whet owl, the tiny raptor’s feathers shimmering with hidden hues. This moment captures the delicate balance of research and reverence in the pursuit of understanding these elusive nocturnal travelers.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 11.2022 |
Date Uploaded: | 12.2024 |
Photo Location: | Princeton, New Jersey, United States of America |
Camera: | ILCE-7RM4A |
Copyright: | © Bing Lin |