Four Crustaceans by Chipka
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It was summer when I found these beauties under (and on) a piece of rotting wood. I’d found inspiration for a number of posts involving snail shells and mathematics, and as I went through my files, I came across this picture and immediately recalled my ruminations concerning the Fibonacci Sequence, snails, and whatever else I’d written about.
It isn’t summer now. I’ve been told that the “warm season” is approaching, and there are signs of it. Robins have begun their return to Chicago. Though I could be mistaken, I thought I heard a woodpecker today. I could be wrong: the victim of wishful thinking, but robin songs are distinct, as is the clack-clack-clack of a woodpecker doing the woodpecker thing. As summer blossoms, I’m sure that I’ll hear plenty of robins. I might even see a few, and I’m certain to see more woodlice…unless, of course, I don’t go looking for them.
I won’t pray in desperation for summer or warmer weather; to do so is like sitting in the heart of the desert praying for rain. It does nothing but invite the deluge. I will say, however, that I’m happy for signs of approaching warmth. Winter-wear gets so boring after a while.
I’d stay and write more, but as it stands, I’ve got a somewhat hectic day ahead. It’s almost over, but not quite yet. Hectic seems to be the watchword around here, and its beginning to make me wonder if I should spend more time associating with crustaceans, rather than chattering mammals. Ah, but some mammals: especially the 4-legged kind, are immensely entertaining.
As always, thank you for viewing, reading, and commenting, and I hope you’re all having a great week.
Comments (19)
jayfar
These must be food for those robins and woodpeckers, super shot.
durleybeachbum
They are busy going about their business in that way they have which doesn't include any reference to us. I like that. I am still burning wood as the nights are chilly, so am constantly on the lookout for these people so as not to incinerate them!
NefariousDrO
Great shot, I love how well you caught the rich colors to really emphasize these amazing things. The more I see and learn about them, the more I understand your fascination with them. That and these are great inspirations for my own efforts at creating very different space ships that I used to make.
flavia49
fabulous wok!!
jmb007
bonne photo!
sandra46
SUPERLATIVE COMPOSITION
Orinoor
When I first saw the title, I admit thinking more along the shrimp or lobster type of crustacean, but these little guys do have their charms, although I won't be testing their charms on my dinner plate any time soon. Wonderful shot!
auntietk
I love the way you've made them glow with a rich, somehow brown, light. Gorgeous!
MrsRatbag
Golden aliens...wonderful!
danapommet
Always a nice change of pace to see some of your wood "bugs". Sorry Chip but I have trouble using the word "lice" for thise cute and harmless little greatures. Nice color tones and clarity. Dana
beachzz
I was working in my sister's yard the other day and found this very dead, VERY amazingly blue iridescent beetle. Of course, I thought of you right away and was going to get my camera. But I forgot, and the poor guy went into the compost!! You always make these critters look SO good!!
kgb224
Wonderful photography my friend. May the hard day fly pass and may it be a Blessed day and week for you. God Bless.
helanker
Yeah, there are our little friends again. You have completely changed my opinion about them :-) Excellent shot Chip.
Rhanagaz
Great capture! Mommy and three kids? ;o)
elisheba
This could be a perfect design for a Nine Inch Nails CD front cover. Wich is a complement.:)
praep
I know, you like them...I will wait for them this spring and take a shot for you here.
minos_6
You made me reminisce about last summer as I read your words, as I clearly recall the phase you refer to, so I've spent a little time reflecting this morning. The rich textures and colour palette in your image are somehow nostalgic of the same period, maybe because you posted several captures of these beauties at the time. Great shot, and thanks for the reminder!
KatesFriend
Alas, the last woodpecker I saw was nearly 16 years ago working at Erindale College in Mississauga. The poor fellow had mistaken a concrete pillar for a tree. After discovering his/her mistake, he/she contritely flew back to the nearby nature preserve. Here in Ontario, it is the Cardinals (I called them 'Red Jays' when I was little) that signify the coming of spring. They begin to appear just after Groundhog Day, vibrant streaks of red against the white-gray tundra that is Canada in February. And then they do their business on your... well you get the picture. I love the clarity of this picture as I can well imagine how close one would need to get to take it. It is a shame really, these little fellows may well fall prey to the woodpeckers of which you speak.
jac204
Great image. Yes, spring is near.