23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The Scavenger's Prize
A spotted hyena carries the head of a wildebeest across the Ngorongoro Crater floor, an unfiltered glimpse into the harsh and efficient cycle of life in the African savannah, where nothing is wasted.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Ngorongoro, Tanzania |
| Copyright: | © Zhaoyu Cai |