An adult, short-haired, orange tabby cat with distinct darker stripes and white markings on its underside and paws is observed curled on its left side within a brown cardboard box

An adult, short-haired, orange tabby cat with distinct darker stripes and white markings on its underside and paws is observed curled on its left side within a brown cardboard box. Its head is slightly elevated and turned towards the viewer, with partially open green eyes. Clustered against its abdomen and forelegs are at least three newborn or very young kittens, appearing pale cream to light orange with faint tabby markings, nestled closely. The mother cat is positioned protectively around the kittens, which are likely suckling or seeking warmth. The interior walls of the cardboard box display faded black stencil-like markings, including a 'handle with care' symbol depicting a box with upward arrows and a sun-like emblem. Light-colored, shredded material serves as bedding beneath the cats. This scene is located in Quesada, Costa Rica.