Cape pangolin, Smutsia temminickii
The rare and endangered Pangolin is rarely seen owing to its nocturnal habits. Here one has drawn into a tight ball for protection
Size: 5300px × 3544px
Location: Matusadona National Park Zimbabwe
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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