23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The predator
The lion was walking towards a waterhole, unconcerned with the springbok behind it. They however were very concerned about her. As we followed the lion we discovered she had recently killed a large oryx, which is not doubt why she was more interested in satiating her thirst than pursuing the springbok.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 02.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Namibia |
| Camera: | NIKON D850 |
| Copyright: | © Frances Valdes |