2024 photo contest Serenity in Spots

People's Choice: Serenity in Spots

Photography by Shreyansh Patel, undergraduate student
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

This close-up photograph captures a cheetah in a state of deep sleep, providing invaluable insight into its resting behavior in a controlled environment. Its sleek, spotted fur is in sharp focus, with black spots beautifully contrasted against the light ochre coat. This behavioral study focused on the resting habits of predators like that of cheetahs examine how their sleep patterns reflect the stress levels and adaptability with respect to the environment