Copulating Collection (page 12)

Caption: "Nature's Intimate Encounters: A Glimpse into the World Creatures" In the enchanting forests of Jaegersborg, Copenhagen, Denmark

Copulating Collection: Green-veined white butterflies mating

Green-veined white butterflies mating. Green-veined white butterflies (Pieris napi) are common in Europe where they feed on Brassica sp. (cabbage family) plants

Copulating Collection: Sea spiders mating

Sea spiders mating
Sea spiders (Nymphon grossipes) mating. Sea spiders (pantopods) are not true spiders but are closely related to arachnids

Copulating Collection: Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) adult pair, mating, close-up of wings, Cape May, New Jersey

Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) adult pair, mating, close-up of wings, Cape May, New Jersey, U. S. A. october
Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) adult pair, mating, close-up of wings, Cape May, New Jersey, U.S.A. october

Copulating Collection: Lions - mating - Nairobi National Park - Kenya

Lions - mating - Nairobi National Park - Kenya
MAB-1448 Lions - mating Nairobi National Park - Kenya Panthera leo Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Copulating Collection: Sandwich Tern - Pair mating. Dorset, England, UK

Sandwich Tern - Pair mating. Dorset, England, UK
DK-73 Sandwich Tern - Pair mating. Brownsea Island, Dorset Wildlife Trust, Dorset, England, UK Sterna sandvicensis David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Copulating Collection: Blue-eyed Darner - dragonflies mating, in what is called 'wheel position. ' Summer

Blue-eyed Darner - dragonflies mating, in what is called "wheel position. " Summer. Pacific Northwest
TOM-1493 Blue-eyed Darner - dragonflies mating, in what is called "wheel position." Summer. Pacific Northwest. Aeshna multicolor Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal

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Caption: "Nature's Intimate Encounters: A Glimpse into the World Creatures" In the enchanting forests of Jaegersborg, Copenhagen, Denmark, a majestic Red Deer couple - Cervus elaphus - engage in their annual ritual of mating. Their graceful dance symbolizes the eternal cycle of life and love. Moving across continents to Egypt, where religion intertwines with nature, we discover an intriguing connection between Nut and copulation. Ancient Egyptians believed that Nut, the sky goddess, gave birth to all living beings through her union with Geb, the earth god. Meanwhile, in a secluded corner of our planet resides another fascinating species engaged in passionate courtship. Mating Marginated Tortoises showcase their unique rituals as they navigate their way towards lifelong companionship. Venturing underwater reveals yet another mesmerizing sight - Nudibranchs engaging in an intricate mating dance. These colorful sea slugs gracefully entwine themselves while creating new life beneath the waves. Closer to home in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany lies a vibrant spectacle by the Middle Elbe river. Moor Frogs - Rana arvalis - gather for their annual breeding frenzy; males croak loudly to attract females who choose their partners based on these captivating melodies. High up among cloud-covered mountains dwells Anolis eladioi – a recently discovered species known for its extraordinary beauty and unique mating habits. This cloud-dwelling anole showcases its elegance during courtship displays amidst misty landscapes. Bratsigovo village in Bulgaria becomes witness to an awe-inspiring aerial performance by European Bee-eaters (Merops apiaster). In mid-air acrobatics filled with grace and precision, pairs mate while celebrating spring's arrival. However, not all encounters end harmoniously as witnessed on South Africa's plains where male lions assert dominance after mating with lionesses. Aggression fills the air as these magnificent creatures establish their hierarchy.