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Wider Image: Earthprints: Lake Nakuru
A hyena eyes a herd of zebra at Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya, August 19, 2015. The Park is home to some of the worlds most majestic wildlife including lions, rhinos, zebras and flamingos. The scenery is stunning, from forests of acacia trees to animals congregating at the shores to drink. UNESCO says that with rapid population growth nearby, the area is under " considerable threat from surrounding pressures, " particularly deforestation, a contributing factor in floods.threat from surrounding pressures, " particularly deforestation, a contributing factor in floods. REUTERS/Joe PenneyPICTURE 22 OF 31 FOR WIDER IMAGE STORY " EARTHPRINTS: LAKE NAKURU" SEARCH " EARTHPRINTS NAKURU" FOR ALL IMAGES - GF
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In this photo print, taken by Joe Penney for Reuters Images, we are transported to the stunning Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya. The image captures a moment of intense anticipation as a hyena fixates its gaze on a herd of zebras grazing nearby. Lake Nakuru National Park is renowned for its diverse and majestic wildlife, including lions, rhinos, zebras, and flamingos. The park's breathtaking scenery ranges from lush forests of acacia trees to animals congregating at the shores to drink. However, UNESCO warns that this natural paradise faces considerable threats from surrounding pressures. Rapid population growth in the area has led to deforestation, which contributes significantly to floods in the region. This encroachment poses a significant risk not only to the delicate balance of nature but also to the survival of these magnificent creatures that call Lake Nakuru home. Joe Penney's photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both the beauty and fragility of our planet's ecosystems. It urges us all to take action against destructive practices such as deforestation and strive towards sustainable solutions that will ensure future generations can continue marveling at scenes like this one. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let it inspire us to protect our natural wonders so that they may thrive for years to come - providing sanctuary for extraordinary creatures like this hyena and preserving their habitats for generations yet unborn.
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