23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
The Watchful King
A magnificent male orangutan grips the towering trees of the rainforest, his wise gaze piercing through the dense foliage. As a symbol of a vanishing wilderness, his presence is both awe-inspiring and a stark reminder of the fragile balance of nature.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Indonesia |
| Camera: | NIKON Z 9 |
| Copyright: | © Amish Chhagan |