23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Embrace
The forests of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda are home to the endangered Mountain Gorilla. At just 62 square miles, this small but vital sanctuary overlooks farmland and settlements. Despite decades of threats from civil war, poaching, and habitat loss, the remarkable mountain gorilla has shown a slow but steady population increase. This a poignant display of the deep bond between a mother and her child - a touching moment amidst an uncertain future for the species.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 05.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Rwanda |
| Copyright: | © Sandesh Kadur |