“The Great Migration”

at the Maasai Mara

Rich and Jingru have made multiple trips to the Maasai Mara in Kenya to photograph one of nature's most awe-inspiring events: the Great Migration. Every year, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores journey across the vast plains in search of greener pastures, followed closely by predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. This spectacle, often referred to as one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of Africa," provided Rich and Jingru with the opportunity to capture breathtaking images of wildlife in action, from the tense moments of river crossings to the intimate scenes of animal interactions in their natural habitat.

Through their lens, they were able to document the raw beauty and intensity of this incredible migration. Their images showcase not only the dramatic survival stories but also the delicate balance of life within this ecosystem. Each visit to the Masai Mara has deepened their appreciation for the diversity and resilience of wildlife, further solidifying their commitment to conservation and storytelling through photography.

Cheetah chasing a wildebeest on a grassy plain, with dust kicked up around them.

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Several cheetahs are sitting and lying on a safari vehicle in a dry savannah landscape. The vehicle has a roof opening through which a person is observing the cheetahs.
A cheetah stretching and yawning near two cubs sitting on grass in a savanna.

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Zebras at Masaii waterhole
Cheetah chasing a wildebeest in a grassy savannah.

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Two lion cubs embracing in a grassy field.
Crocodile attacking a wildebeest in a riverbank scene.

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A hyena with two cubs, one nursing, in a dry landscape.

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A male lion roaring while two lion cubs playfully interact with him in tall grass.
Cheetah lying on a grassy mound, looking to the side with a blurred background.
A male lion walking through dry grass with two lion cubs following behind.
Crocodile attacking a wildebeest in a river crossing

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Zebras, wildebeest, and warthogs drinking from a waterhole in a dry, reddish landscape.
Zebras drinking water from a pond with warthogs nearby in a savanna landscape.
Five warthogs drinking from a muddy pond on a dirt background.