23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Sleeping beauty

We were fortunate to witness a bison resting through the pine branches in Yellowstone National Park. The bright contrast in the scene gave the image a fairytale-like atmosphere. Moments like these highlight the importance of ongoing conservation efforts that protect both the bison and the fragile ecosystems they depend on.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Wyoming, United States of America
Camera: Galaxy S23 Ultra
Copyright: © Corina Simian