Liking a Lichen Ladybug

by Karen Adams

Title

Liking a Lichen Ladybug

Artist

Karen Adams

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Photograph - Fine Art Digital Prints - Photography

Description

I took a walk and this is what I saw.

I have always enjoyed the beauty of trees and tree parts. On this particular day the trunks were still wet from the previous night's rain and so their colors were a bit deeper. I've always loved the look of lichens growing on bark. I looked at this and instantly saw the image and composition that I wanted . . . . but I did not see the wonderful little Ladybug until I looked at this on my computer screen. What a lovely little stowaway to my scene! I just love and am so thankful for all the gifts this world has to offer us!

I believe this is Physcia adscendens lichen, also called Rosette lichen. I read that although many people fear this growth may damage their tree, it is, in fact, harmless. With that knowledge though comes a word of warning. Lichen is more likely to grow on a plant or tree that is in distress! So If you see it on one of your trees, you might just want to have a quick check on its health!


Thank you so much for looking at my images. I appreciate that very much.

I am very concerned with our environment and have decided to donate any money I make from any sales of this image to the ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND.....because the Earth needs a good lawyer! We all need to speak up and support efforts to protect our environment. We will not get a second chance!


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July 10th, 2020

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