23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Queen of the Range

This sepia-toned image, "Queen of the Range," immortalizes a Highland Cow on Carey, ID's stark winter range. A portrait of raw beauty and resilience, her presence dominates the rugged, expansive landscape.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2024
Date Uploaded: 09.2025
Photo Location: Carey, Idaho, Idaho, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Steve Smith