18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Cheetah family at sunset.
As the smallest of the big cats, cheetahs have to keep a sharp watch for both bigger cats and hyenas. Hiding a kill from hyenas is particularly difficult because their sense of smell is so keen.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 05.2019 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2020 |
Photo Location: | Tanzania |
Camera: | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Copyright: | © Gordon Illg |