Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense) close-up of seeds and down, silhouetted at sunset, Powys, Wales, september
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Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense) close-up of seeds and down, silhouetted at sunset, Powys, Wales, september
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6584139
© FLPA/Richard Becker
Asteraceae D Usk Dispersal Disperse Disperses Dispersing Down Evening Herbaceous Perennial Perennials Powys S Eed Seed Setting Silhouette Silhouetted Silhouettes Sun Set Sunsets Thistle Thistles Wales Welsh Wild Flower Wind Dispersed
Nature's Whimsical Dance - Creeping Thistle Seeds Take Flight at Sunset in Wales
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. In a picturesque corner of Powys, Wales, the enchanting dance of nature unfolds as the sun bids farewell to another day. Silhouetted against the vibrant hues of a September sunset, a close-up print captures the delicate beauty of Creeping Thistle seeds and their ethereal down. As twilight descends upon this European landscape, these resilient wildflowers prepare for their grand dispersal. The gentle breeze carries whispers of adventure as each seed takes flight, guided by unseen forces towards new horizons. With grace and determination, they embark on an airborne journey that transcends boundaries. This image showcases Mother Nature's ingenious design – an intricate web woven with threads of life and renewal. The silhouettes stand tall amidst the fading light, symbolizing resilience in the face of change. From its humble origins in Asia to its flourishing presence across temperate Europe and Britain's Welsh countryside, this perennial plant has become a beloved emblem of strength and adaptability. Its vibrant purple flowers have long charmed both humans and pollinators alike. So let us revel in this fleeting moment captured by FLPA photographer Richard Becker – where time stands still and nature paints her masterpiece against the backdrop of a setting sun. As we gaze upon these whimsical silhouettes dancing through dusk, may we find inspiration to embrace our own journeys with courage and grace.
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