During an eclipse, gaps in the foliage create "pinholes" which cast an image of the sun into the shadows normally cast. The interactions are fascinating and beautiful, IMHO.
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Less that 3 percent of this ecosystem remains even partially intact. Here's a little piece of it.
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Mountain range to the east of Big Bend National Park. Located in Mexico. Beautiful afternoon and/or sunset view -- the mountains light up a bright pink!
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Only tunnel in the park. Mountains in the background are the Sierra del Carmen.
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Littleleaf Sumac. A common plant out here usually found alongside creeks and springs. The fruit is quite tasty. This plant was photographed at Horse trap Springs.
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