Mammals of Lake Nakuru National Park
Spotted Hyena Bath
As this hyena had finished eating on the buffalo carcass that the clan had taken down, it went in a puddle to cool down. I like the look on its face as if saying: “leave me in peace, I am digesting!”. The light was very good that morning.
Nikon D700, Sigma 150-500mm at 500mm, F6.3, 1/2000s, ISO 640, handheld.
Date: 19/05/2012
Location: Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Photographer: Arnaud Germain
