21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Gift Shop Oddity
A women dressed for Halloween stands in front of a cabinet of dried and pickled specimens for sale at an oddity-themed gift shop. While retailers claim specimens are ethically sourced, researchers suggest this is unlikely. This bat was likely killed to meet the growing demand for seasonal souvenirs.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2023 |
| Photo Location: | Portland, Oregon, United States of America |
| Copyright: | © Ryan Wagner |