Spawning Stream in Winter by garnite
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This is one of the little local creeks that about 600 pink salmon spawned in last fall. The dead bodies of the parents have enriched the waters, and in the spring, when somewhere around a million eggs hatch, there will be lots of food for the one inch long fry. After a short period in the creek, they will enter the nearby salt water, and disappear for two years, returning with luck to spawn, die, and perpetuate the cycle. It's a sad comment on human values that in so many places a renewablo resource that only requires respect for its natal streams is in so much trouble.
Comments (16)
Tedz
Such humble beginnings....the Mighty Salmon...oooh...I wish I could sit upon Your Knee, and listen to Your Spawning Tales....I find the Subject fascinating. Hugz :]
Roswita
I cannot read your story, but your photograph is beautiful
logiloglu
beautiful nature picture. excellent done. !!!! :O) !!!!!!
cynlee
what a pretty place... the cycle must go on!! salmon patties salmon croquettes salmon a la mode :]
SNAKEY
An excellent comment on the cycle of life. :O)) A very thoghtful composition.:O)
Akinom
I'm always interested in your quote... you know lots about nature! And you always capture it beautifully! Thanks!
kansas
A beautiful photo. Thanks for your commentary.
LostPatrol
Lovely image, like the story that goes with it. About 60 miles north of whewe I am there is a salmon ladder where you can go and see the salmon make their journy.
glix70
So sad story for a beautiful picture, will arrive the revenge of the nature against the conticue violence of the human race... will arrive soon!!! :)
DarkestAngel
My brother is a game-keeper in Scotland and I understand your comments so well Jim. I've seen the salmon leaping the falls, such a struggle after crossing the ocean...makes humans seem a little fragile in comparison. Your words add gravity to the image.
Masema
Yep, your so right Jim...when will we learn? A great shot...I'd love to see this scene with snow, hope you can return if you get some.
Nilla
Very touching commentary. The cycle of life will go on! I agree with Masema, I hope you return there for a pic after it has snowed! :)
davidhate
Gravity...what an appropriate word. Your great words do add gravity to the shot:). The only gravity humans normally use, is that which brings everything down to their level:(
geneb19
got a spare floor i can sleep on? i'm on my way if ya do!! excellent image my man!
Lombardo
Now Im starting to feel guilty +_+ So fresh this is, and the position of the branches against the river looks good.
Raven_427
Another thought-provoking and technically well done shot Jim. We should really share some glasses of beer some day .. i'd love to hear your stories and listen to what you think. :)