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CIRCUS LIONS
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CIRCUS LIONS
Caged lions pace in front of a circus tent on the side of the Princes Highway as a convoy of vehicles carrying bushfire evacuees sat paralysed on the road, Ulladullah, NSW, Thursday, January 2, 2020. (aP Image/Heather McNab)
Australian Associated Press (AAP) - The Heart of Australian News
Author:: HEATHER McNAB
Credit:: AAPIMAGE
Dated:: 2nd January 2020
Media ID 19754162
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In this powerful and haunting image captured by Heather McNab, we witness a surreal juxtaposition of two contrasting worlds. On one side, we see majestic yet captive creatures - circus lions pacing restlessly in front of their temporary home, a vibrant circus tent. On the other side, an unfortunate convoy of vehicles carrying bushfire evacuees is stranded on the Princes Highway, paralyzed by the devastating impact of nature's fury. Taken on Thursday, January 2nd, 2020 in Ulladullah, New South Wales (NSW), this photograph encapsulates the heart-wrenching reality faced by both humans and animals during Australia's catastrophic bushfire season. The caged lions symbolize not only their own captivity but also serve as a metaphor for the trapped feeling experienced by those affected by these relentless fires. As smoke billows in the background and uncertainty hangs heavy in the air, this image serves as a poignant reminder of our vulnerability to nature's wrath and raises questions about our responsibility towards wildlife conservation. It prompts us to reflect upon how human actions can inadvertently contribute to such disasters while urging us to take immediate action to protect our planet. Heather McNab's skillful composition captures both despair and hope within a single frame. Through her lens, she invites us into this moment frozen in time – where humanity intersects with untamed wilderness – compelling us to acknowledge our role as stewards of both land and wildlife alike.
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