23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
The Veins of the Earth: Aerial River Delta
An aerial view of a vast river delta where branching channels resemble organic veins across the landscape. The mix of sediments, algae and tidal water creates a natural painting that reveals the complexity and beauty of Earth’s ecosystems.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 06.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Shiraz, Iran |
| Camera: | FC3411 |
| Copyright: | © Amin Malekzadeh |