A black-backed jackel mother introduces her young pups to the world outside their den. Masai Mara, Kenya

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Size: 5122px × 3414px
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve, Narok County, Kenya
Photo credit: © Cat Horn / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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