There are moments on safari when the world grows completely quiet. This was one of them. Photographed in South Africa's legendary Mala Mala Game Reserve on a gentle rainy morning, this magnificent female leopard had only just awakened from her slumber. To create this perspective, I lay flat on the floor of our safari vehicle, bringing my camera to nearly eye level with one of Africa's most elusive predators. For a few unforgettable moments, there was nothing but the sound of soft rain, the rhythm of her breathing, and the quiet privilege of sharing her world.
Sarah L. Glabman, from the field. The full story travels with every editorial license.
