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Silhouette of an African leopard (Panthera pardus pardus) snarling, Mkuze, South Africa
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Silhouette of an African leopard (Panthera pardus pardus) snarling, Mkuze, South Africa
Silhouette of an African leopard (Panthera pardus pardus) snarling, Mkuze, South Africa. September. White Fang - this leopard bared its fangs to the hyenas threatening his prey. Eventually the leopard was outnumbered by a group of three hyenas which forced him up into the branches of a tree and then stole his food. 2019 Cadiz Photo Nature Competition, Commended
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White Fang - The Epic Battle of the Leopard and Hyenas
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. In this photo, we witness a fierce encounter between an African leopard and a pack of cunning hyenas. With his silhouette against the setting sun, this magnificent leopard snarls defiantly at the intruders threatening his hard-earned prey. As tension rises, it becomes clear that our protagonist is outnumbered by three relentless hyenas. Determined to protect his meal, he retreats to the safety of a nearby tree. But alas! The crafty hyenas seize their opportunity and steal away with his food. This breathtaking moment captured by Bence Mate in Mkuze, South Africa during the 2019 Cadiz Photo Nature Competition showcases nature's raw beauty and animal behavior at its finest. The intense growling vocalizations echo through the savannah as these creatures engage in a battle for survival. The striking black silhouette against a vibrant sunset sky adds an artistic touch to this remarkable shot. It reminds us of both the fragility and strength found within wildlife encounters. Let this image serve as a reminder of the delicate balance between predator and prey in Southern Africa's diverse ecosystem. Despite losing his meal, White Fang's valiant stand represents the resilience and determination inherent in all endangered species fighting for their place on Earth.
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