In a quiet forest in Hokkaido, Japan, I encountered this red fox in a rare and playful moment—biting into a fallen branch with the intensity of both instinct and mischief. With its eyes gently squinted and body twisted in motion, it seemed to blur the line between predator and playful spirit. This image captures not just the beauty of wildlife, but the vivid individuality and spontaneity that lives within it.
Awards TIFA2024 Honorable Mention