23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The Last Stand: 6 rhinos strike a statuesque pose

Rhinos are critically endangered in Africa and stories of heightened levels of poaching in Southern Africa make their case seem particularly dire. However there are pockets of excellence in the fight for their conservation, with the parks in East Africa being great examples. This photo is a metaphor for parks like Solio Game Reserve putting up a last stand for this species.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2023
Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Nyeri, Kenya
Camera: NIKON Z 9
Copyright: © Preeti John