Show Notes
Join host Toby Jermyn in episode three of the Pangolin Podcast as he delves into the fascinating journey of Federico Veronesi, an award-winning wildlife photographer and safari guide. Federico shares his experiences and showcases some of his most iconic images, revealing behind-the-scenes stories filled with excitement, challenges, and deep connections to African wildlife. Here is the link to the images chosen by Federico for the episode: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website...
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