22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Twice The Love
One early morning in the Serengeti National Park, I was lucky to encounter a mother leopard and her cubs. She kept them hidden until she felt it was safe to call them out. When she did, I was so excited to see not one but two cubs run out from hiding to play. After several minutes of play, they decided to recharge with a warm drink and nap. It’s still one of the best wildlife sightings of my career.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 07.2021 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2024 |
Photo Location: | Arusha, Tanzania |
Copyright: | © Derek Nielsen |