23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Curlew Over the Coast
A spectacular moment captured from a canoe as a Whimbrel gracefully flies past, its delicate wing patterns beautifully illuminated by the setting or rising sun. The background, intentionally blurred, features the unmistakable warm tones of a modern, upscale resort's architecture. This image powerfully illustrates the theme of coexistence, showcasing migratory wildlife navigating the shrinking spaces between natural habitats and rapid coastal development in Vietnam.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Da Nang, Vietnam |
| Camera: | NIKON Z 9 |
| Copyright: | © Hung Phung QUang |