A once-in-a-lifetime photograph of a desert lioness drinking water in northern Namibia. The Namib Desert is home to the only population of desert-adapted lions on the planet.

These powerful predators are known for their sleek, agile bodies and ability to hunt large prey. They've evolved over many generations by adapting their bodies to harsh environments - they require less water, hunt smaller prey to conserve energy, have longer legs, thicker coats, and a more developed sweating system. Mountain lions face threats from habitat loss and other human activities, despite their strength and cunning, and their numbers in Namibia are thought to be declining.

There are only about 100 mountain lions in the wild.

Camera: Sony A7IV Focal Length: 600mm Shutter Speed: Aperture: 6.3 ISO: 1600 Dimensions: 2961 × 4072 Date: September 30th, 2022

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