23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Moonlit Stripes
A striped hyena stands in the dark Kenyan wilderness, its figure illuminated by the moonlight with an orange halo-like glow. The soft, ethereal light highlights its distinctive stripes, casting an almost mystical aura. The scene captures the hyena’s solitary presence, evoking a sense of mystery and wild beauty.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | United Arab Emirates |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R5m2 |
| Copyright: | © THOMAS VIJAYAN |