Can these cheetahs be found camouflaged around them in their natural habitat?
}These stunning wildlife photos were taken at the Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana in late July this year.
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This image was created bya 40-year-old wildlife photographer and photography guide from Hootspruit, South Africa..
A shy cheetah moves from an open plain to a rocky outcrop while Villiers is out on a safari to take pictures. It used its incredible camouflage ability.
The majestic animal virtually disappeared as its famous spot disappeared.
Villiers said:
``Instead of fleeing us on the open plains, they decided to seek refuge in a nearby rocky outcrop. I couldn't get close. They also had great views of the surrounding area.
``The moment they hit the rocky outcrop, they were almost invisible. We just realize they're right in front of us!
"It was very strange to look for cheetahs and not leopards in rocks, but what is clear is that spots (as opposed to rosettes) camouflage in rocky terrain and
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