Moulted Collection
In the remote Arctic region of Svalbard, Norway, lies a captivating phenomenon that occurs every year
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In the remote Arctic region of Svalbard, Norway, lies a captivating phenomenon that occurs every year, and is the moulted reindeer antlers scattered across Kapp Lee in Spitsbergen, Europe's northernmost inhabited island. Picture No. 11806878 showcases this unique sight, with majestic antlers strewn across the barren landscape like nature's artwork. These discarded treasures tell a story of growth and renewal as reindeer shed their old antlers to make way for new ones. The Arctic holds many secrets, and Picture No. 11806877 reveals another intriguing aspect – the golden bristle worm feasting on a moulted shrimp shell amidst black sand. This delicate balance of life and death reminds us of nature's intricate web where one creature's discard becomes another's sustenance. But it is not only crustaceans that undergo moulting; insects too have their own transformative process. Picture No. 11675425 displays an array of dragonfly and damselfly skins left behind after they emerge into their adult forms. These ethereal exoskeletons serve as reminders of metamorphosis and evolution. Even humble woodlice experience moulting, as seen in Picture No. 11675424 where a partially shed skin clings to its body while perched on a piece of wood. This vulnerable moment captures the essence of adaptation and growth within these tiny creatures. Moulting also affects colonies such as greenflies or aphids, depicted in close-up detail in Picture No. 11675423. Here we witness these small insects shedding their old skin to make room for new growth – an endless cycle symbolizing resilience and regeneration. Moving away from land but still connected to moulting wonders is Picture No. 11806876 featuring Pennants Swimming Crab during its moult on Gower Peninsula's beach strandline in Glamorgan, Wales during August days filled with warmth and sunshine.