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The curl

This mother pangolin and her pup were brought in to Dr Marks Animal Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria, while I was there to document the conservation work they do. It took a while for them to settle down. Finally after two and a half hours they settled down and curled into this ball. I was a beautiful moment to witness and capture.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Prelena Soma Owen