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Footprints of a capybara are seen on the cracked grounds of the Jaguari dam

Footprints of a capybara are seen on the cracked grounds of the Jaguari dam


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Footprints of a capybara are seen on the cracked grounds of the Jaguari dam

Footprints of a capybara are seen on the cracked grounds of the Jaguari dam, part of the Cantareira water supply system, in Joanopollis, 136 km (77 miles) from Sao Paulo February 21, 2014. The water levels of the Cantareira system, which serves 9.3 million residents in Sao Paulos metropolitan region, reached an all-time low of 17.7 percent. It is the first time in history that the level is below 18 percent, according to Sabesp (Basic Sanitation Company of the State of Sao Paulo). REUTERS/Paulo Whitaker (BRAZIL - Tags: ENVIRONMENT ANIMALS TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

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This print by Paulo Whitaker captures the footprints of a capybara on the cracked grounds of the Jaguari dam, part of the Cantareira water supply system in Joanopollis, Brazil. The image showcases the harsh reality of drought and its impact on both wildlife and human populations. As Sao Paulo's water levels reached an unprecedented low of 17.7 percent, these delicate imprints serve as a poignant reminder of nature's struggle for survival. The composition beautifully juxtaposes the intricate tracks left behind by this wild animal against the barren landscape. The capybara's footprints tell a story of resilience and adaptation in challenging circumstances. With no people present in this frame, it allows us to focus solely on nature's beauty and its ability to endure even during times of scarcity. The multiple cracks running through the ground further emphasize the severity of drought conditions plaguing this region. This creative use of negative space draws attention to both fragility and strength simultaneously. Whitaker's photograph serves as a powerful visual commentary on environmental issues such as climate change and water scarcity that affect not only Brazil but also many parts around our world today. It reminds us to appreciate and protect our natural resources before they become mere replicas or memories etched into cracked earth like these footprints captured forever in time.

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