23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Circle of Life
In the fading light of autumn, a moth makes its wing a cradle for its final act. This scene humbled me, a Homo Sapiens: we are wired for longevity, yet their legacy is secured through boundless renewal. Nothing but respect.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 11.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Beijing, China |
| Camera: | DC-G9 |
| Copyright: | © Yunchong Liu |