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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Cellulose Rivers

My 8-year-old son brought this dried Cecropia leaf to me during our visit to La Fortuna, Costa Rica. He finds the most fantastic things in nature, and I love that he shares his wonder and joy with me.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2023
Date Uploaded: 09.2023
Photo Location: La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
Camera: Canon EOS R6
Copyright: © Allegra Marcell