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Alexis Tinker-Tsavalas's Image
Alexis Tinker-Tsavalas (Germany) steps into a wooded valley where the trees are cloaked in ivy and Jersey tiger moths.
It was a hot summer’s day on the Greek island of Paros when Alexis stepped into the cool shade. He had this exact image in mind, to show the scale of the spectacle in the dark undergrowth of this small forest.
Cool, sheltered sites like this are important for Jersey tiger moths from the eastern Mediterranean. Here, they cluster in vast numbers to overcome the summer heat before resuming their lifecycle activities.
Behind the lens
Alexis Tinker-Tsavalas
Germany
Alexis has been fascinated by nature for as long as he can remember. He started out with birdwatching but his interest shifted over time to smaller arthropods, such as insects and spiders. These were his favourite subjects especially during the COVID-19 lockdown when he spent almost every day exploring the nature in his urban neighbourhood. Alexis has been involved in various community science projects and has been coordinating the Berlin City Nature Challenge since 2021.
Image details
- Panasonic Lumix G91
- Olympus 12-40mm f2.8 lens
- 1/20 at f8 • ISO 400 • Nikon SB-900 Speedlight flash • Cygnustech diffuser
- Paros, Greece
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