23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The Hunter's Grip
An Asian Green Bee-eater grips a dragonfly, the insect’s broken upper wing visible as the bird subdues it. Vivid green and chestnut tones contrast with the soft background, highlighting the precision and intensity of this hunting moment.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 07.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Sigiriya, Sri Lanka |
| Camera: | OM-1MarkII |
| Copyright: | © Jacqueline Burke |