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Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) adult, close-up of head, spotlit at night, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
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Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) adult, close-up of head, spotlit at night, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) adult, close-up of head, spotlit at night, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Kalahari Gemsbok N.P. Northern Cape, South Africa, October
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Media ID 8325169
© FLPA/John Holmes
Desert Deserts Face Faces Hyaena Hyaenas Hyena Hyenas Kalahari Kalahari Gemsbok Kgalagadi Night Nocturnal Northern Cape Province Scavenger Scavengers South Africa South African Southern Africa Transfrontier
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Nighttime Spotlight - The Hyena's Mysterious Charm Unveiled in the Kalahari
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. In this close-up, a Spotted Hyena emerges from the shadows of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, revealing its enigmatic beauty. Bathed in a gentle spotlight, this adult hyena captivates us with its piercing gaze and intricate facial markings. As darkness falls over the arid landscapes of South Africa's Northern Cape province, this nocturnal predator comes to life. With its keen senses and relentless scavenging skills, it roams the desert wilderness like an elusive phantom. The hyena's face tells tales of survival etched across its features. Its powerful jaws are perfectly adapted for crushing bones – nature's ultimate recyclers! This cunning creature is both feared and respected as one of Africa's most efficient hunters. Against the backdrop of the vast Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, where silence reigns supreme, our spotted friend stands proud as a symbol of resilience in harsh environments. Its presence reminds us that even in desolation, life finds a way to thrive. So let your imagination run wild with this mesmerizing image captured by FLPA photographer John Holmes. Transport yourself to the untamed heartland of Southern Africa and witness firsthand how nature weaves magic under cover of night.
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