19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Mom and Me
Luluka the leopard and her cub share an affectionate moment. We had seen Luluka with her cub the previous evening (our first evening) at the Masai Mara. A very early morning drive back meant we were there as they woke up to the day. Amidst all the play and goofing around was this tender moment, its warmth matched by the rays of the morning sun.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 10.2021 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2021 |
Photo Location: | Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya |
Camera: | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Copyright: | © Nagaraj Balasubramanian |