The Mara Mammoth

Maasai Mara, 2023

Of the two most magnificent bulls I’ve encountered in the Mara, one was Harry the elephant, and the other was this remarkable creature.

He wandered the area for only two days, but I was fortunate enough to catch a second glimpse of him. This time, I was able to follow him into an open space, positioning myself for a shot.

The aim was to try and get in front of him to capture a head-on photograph, highlighting his immense size and impressive tusks.

Fortunately, the lighting was strong, with dramatic storm clouds gathering in the background, adding an extra layer of intensity to the image.