23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Spirit of the Hunt
“Spirit of the Hunt” captures a falconer holding an imperial eagle, patiently waiting for wild rabbits to appear. The scene reflects the ancient tradition of hunting and the powerful, harmonious bond between falconer and raptor in a tense moment of anticipation.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 06.2019 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Fayoum, Egypt |
| Camera: | NIKON D7100 |
| Copyright: | © sherif Abdallah |