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March 15, 2017
Curious Cubs
A trio of curious hyena cubs approached Your Shot photographer Ryan Green's remote triggered camera in the Mombo concession of the Okavango Delta. This photo was submitted to Your Shot, our photo community on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram at @natgeoyourshot or visit us at natgeo.com/yourshot for the latest submissions and news about the community.
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