23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Two gentoo penguins in snow

I have been visiting Antarctica for over a decade, working as a guide. Last year, during a landing in Mikkelsen Harbour, I selected an interesting scene. I framed my shot waiting for a solo penguin to walk down. After a few shots, two appeared, stopped and started an argument. Their expression was captivating, and made the shot.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 12.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Mikkelsen Harbour, Antarctica
Camera: NIKON Z 8
Copyright: © Renato Granieri