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Close-up of the tentacles of a Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia), with secretions of mucilage
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Close-up of the tentacles of a Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia), with secretions of mucilage
Close-up of the tentacles of a Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia), with secretions of mucilage, Peak District NP, August 2011. 2020VISION Exhibition
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2020vision 2020vision Exhibition Dicotyledons Droseraceae Exhibition Macro Moorland Peak District Plants Drosera Rotundifolia
Nature's Sticky Fingers - The Sundew's Tentacles in Action!
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. Get ready to be amazed by the incredible close-up of a Sundew's tentacles! This print captures the secret world of this fascinating plant, showcasing its unique ability to produce mucilage. The Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) is not your ordinary plant - it has evolved an ingenious way to catch its prey. Its delicate tentacles are covered in sticky secretions that glisten like tiny pearls under the August sun in Peak District NP, England. In this snapshot from the 2020VISION Exhibition, photographer Ben Hall brings us up close and personal with these captivating droplets of mucilage. It's as if each tentacle is saying, "Come closer. . . but beware!". These microscopic marvels serve as nature's traps for unsuspecting insects. Once lured onto the sticky surface, there is no escape for their tiny victims. The Sundew then slowly digests its meal, absorbing vital nutrients from its prey. This macro masterpiece reminds us of the intricate wonders that exist within our natural world. From moorlands to exhibitions, every detail tells a story waiting to be discovered. So next time you're wandering through nature or exploring an exhibition, keep an eye out for these amazing dicotyledons! They may just leave you stuck on their beauty and longing for more adventures in the wilds of England and beyond!
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