A young cheetah attentively observes its surroundings (00012072)
Description: The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is a majestic big cat that is highly endangered due to poaching and habitat loss. This captivating image captures a young cheetah curiously surveying its surroundings. Kept in captivity, it symbolizes the beauty and vulnerability of this impressive species.
Location: Transvaal/Limpopo Province, Hoedspruit Research & Breeding Centre, South Africa
Date of Capture: 17.07.2003