21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Speed thrills
We decided to follow this cheetah as she looked very hungry and was searching for a meal. Many potential preys saw her approach and ran away, without giving any chance. After almost 2 hours of search, she found this Thomson's Gazelle oblivious to the danger. She very efficiently managed to close in. However, her eagerness for a quick meal erred her in gauging the distance between her and the gazelle. She started the chase a wee bit too early. That's all was required for the gazelle to escape from the jaws of death.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 09.2023 |
Date Uploaded: | 10.2023 |
Photo Location: | Kenya |
Camera: | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Copyright: | © Vinod C.L |