Broods Collection

King Mark broods mischief (litho)
2781852 King Mark broods mischief (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Mark broods mischief)

Dusk, Iconic Island, Lake Superior, On

Swallow-tailed Moth (Ourapteryx sambucaria) adult, from unusual second generation brood which is uncommon in Britain and probably trigged by global warming

Freshwater Crab (Potamon fluviatilis) young, carried in telson pouch of mother, Tuscany, Italy, August

Large-toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) adult male, close-up of head, mouth brooding eggs, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Eurasian Pygmy-owl (Glaucidium passerinum) adult, brooding chicks in nestbox, Finland, may

Great Tit (Parus major) chicks, brood close to fledging, at nest in nestbox, Norfolk, England, june

Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) adult, brooding chicks at nest, nesting in old crow nest in Oak (Quercus sp)
Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) adult, brooding chicks at nest, nesting in old crow nest in Oak (Quercus sp.) tree, Shropshire, England, july

French Farm Buildings
Farm buildings of architectural interest including sloping cantilevered roofs, a cat slide roof with a lean-to or linhay. A chateau broods in the background

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"Broods: A Fascinating Display of Nature's Care and Protection" In the realm of mischief, King Mark broods his cunning plans, casting a shadow over his kingdom like litho ink on paper. Meanwhile, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia broods in contemplation, burdened by the weight of his responsibilities. As dusk settles upon Iconic Island in Lake Superior, an unusual second generation brood emerges - the Swallow-tailed Moth. Uncommon in Britain, these adults grace us with their presence, showcasing nature's unpredictable wonders. A Double-ended Pipefish captures our attention as we witness an extraordinary sight - a close-up view of eggs nestled within its brood pouch on its abdomen. The male takes on this nurturing role with utmost dedication and care. Traveling to Tuscany, Italy in August brings us face to face with a heartwarming scene - a Freshwater Crab carrying its young ones snugly within its telson pouch. This tender display reminds us that love knows no bounds even among crustaceans. Venturing into Mioskon and Lembeh Straits reveals another remarkable example of paternal care. The Large-toothed Cardinalfish mesmerizes us as it diligently guards its precious eggs inside its mouth. A testament to the lengths parents go for their offspring's survival. In the vast grasslands, we encounter the Northern Lapwing adult female delicately brooding her chicks under her breast. With one peeking out curiously from beneath her protective wingspan, she showcases nature's instinctual bond between mother and child. These diverse examples remind us that across species and landscapes alike, there exists an innate desire to nurture and protect life. Brooding is not merely an act but rather a profound expression of love and devotion found throughout our natural world.