Joel's been at it two decades, but the real boss of the Photo Ark is that porch moth.
As Photo Ark turns 20, Joel Sartore photographs 18,000 animal species
Wildlife photographer Joel Sartore's National Geographic Photo Ark reached its 18,000th species on its 20th anniversary: a critically endangered red handfish. The project photographs animals in human care to inspire conservation. Sartore, who has captured last-of-their-kind species like northern white rhino Nabiré, continues with son Cole poised to continue the Ark.
Source: As Photo Ark turns 20, Joel Sartore photographs 18,000 animal species — Mongabay Conservation
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