photo by me - @condra
I discovered these aphids scurrying towards the middle of this beautiful pink Chinese Rhododendron flower.
Some of the aphids are the same hue as the flower. I wonder if the pigment from the flower has changed their appearance or if it's an evolved defence adaption. From a glance at this picture you might assume the stamen are shiny and reflective, but closer inspection reveals the white detail is the sticky pollen these rhododendrons produce in great quantity.
Journey To The Center Of The Flower. - Nikon D750, Nikkor 105mm VR Micro
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I like it! Have $0.20 on me. Heheh. :)
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Ah Luke! Very kind of you! Thank you very much.
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did it !:)
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Hahah cheers holmes
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Thank you.
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