Guilded Vessel
The Monarch chrysalis hangs on the sheltered underside of a milkweed leaf and is dotted with golden adornments and dew, the wings pressing against the delicate translucent surface. Soon the fully reformed creature will emerge, its transformation nearly complete. (Danaus plexippus)
The Monarch butterfly has been now been declared an endangered species due to habitat loss due to deforestation, from pesticides and disruptions to migration patterns due to climate change. It feeds on Milkweed - do your part to help protect this creature by planting milkweed such as the easy to grow Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) and protecting natural spaces. Make efforts to push for action through intersectional climate justice in whichever path your passion lies. We are all connected with everything on this life covered surface of a molten rock hurtling through space, it's going to take all of us.
- Nikon D3500, 55-200mm Lens + 68mm Extension Tube.
Photographed in situ, without the use of artificial lighting or staging. Photoshop only used for resizing.
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Tezos4Nature Series: Endangered III
