Home > Animals > Insects > Beetle > Darkling Beetles
Darkling Beetle - burrowing in the sand to escape heat of the day - sand dunes of Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - Spring - April Tm31. 0486
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Ardea
Darkling Beetle - burrowing in the sand to escape heat of the day - sand dunes of Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - Spring - April Tm31. 0486
ANZ-1431
Darkling Beetle - burrowing in the sand to escape heat of the day
sand dunes of Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - Spring - April
Sympiezocnemis gigantea
Andrey Zvoznikov
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway.
Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment
Media ID 3733840
© Ardea - All Rights Reserved
Beetle Beetles Deserts Digging Kara Kum Middle East Sheltering Temperature Control Turkmenistan
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Beetle
> Darkling Beetles
> Animals
> Insects
> Beetle
> Related Images
> Animals
> Insects
> Beetles
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> Desert Mouse
> Asia
> Related Images
> Asia
> Turkmenistan
> Related Images
Digging Deep for a Cool Retreat - The Darkling Beetle's Sand-Sational Escape!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by Andrey Zvoznikov, we witness the incredible ingenuity of the Darkling Beetle as it seeks refuge from scorching temperatures in the Karakum desert. With its tiny body delicately perched atop a mound of sand, this resilient insect demonstrates an impressive survival strategy. As the sun beats down relentlessly on Turkmenistan's vast dunes during springtime, our little hero takes matters into its own hands (or rather, legs) and begins burrowing deep into the sandy terrain. Like a skilled architect constructing its very own oasis, it tirelessly excavates tunnels to create a cozy shelter away from the searing heat above. With each grain of sand displaced, our resourceful beetle inches closer to relief. Its determination is palpable as it digs deeper and deeper into its subterranean sanctuary. As it finally disappears beneath the surface, one can almost imagine it letting out a contented sigh of relief. This remarkable behavior showcases nature's brilliance at work - temperature control at its finest! By retreating underground during daylight hours, our clever friend manages to stay cool while others succumb to sweltering conditions. So next time you find yourself yearning for respite from scorching summer days or simply seeking inspiration in unlikely places, remember this extraordinary Darkling Beetle and embrace your inner explorer – sometimes all you need is a little digging to uncover hidden treasures
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.