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Unique perspective

About the image

After 18 years in the bush, I finally saw a pangolin! Overwhelmed by the privilege, I realised how few ever get to see one. Yet somehow, I was gifted more than a sighting- I stood mere meters away, at its level, seeing the bush through its eyes. A moment I’ll never forget.

SPECIES: 

Temminck’s Pangolin

How it was captured

Camera: Canon 80d
Lens: Canon 100-400mki

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Photographer: 
Age: 
From: 

Heath McClou

21

Kwa-Zulu Natal

About the photographer

I’ve grown up in the bush, spending almost every school holiday surrounded by wildlife and nature. From a young age, I became fascinated by the incredible animals and unforgettable moments I experienced during these trips. Photography naturally became a way for me to capture and remember all the amazing sightings I’ve had over the years. I love photographing wildlife in its natural environment, especially those unexpected, fleeting moments that you only get once. Being behind the camera allows me to preserve these memories and share a small glimpse of the beauty I’ve been fortunate enough to experience. For me, wildlife photography is about more than just taking a photograph—it’s about capturing a moment, a feeling, and a memory that I can carry with me long after leaving the bush.

PHOTOGRAPHER'S QUOTE

Wildlife photography lets me hold on to the moments in the bush that I never want to forget

CONSERVATION MESSAGE

I hope my photograph reminds people of how incredible and precious our wildlife is. By protecting their natural habitats and respecting the wild, we can help ensure that future generations have the opportunity to experience these animals too.

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NPO Registration # 2024/308-441

©2023-2025 by Young Wildlife Photographers Of Southern Africa, 

Luca Tomlinson, Gabby Sykora & Nadja Giessen - Hood

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