Eco System Collection (#7)

Mountain cabin among snow-laden trees, Seymour Mountain, British Columbia

Battleship Islands in the glacial Garibaldi Lake, Garibaldi Provincial Park, British Columbia

Caribbean, Bahamas. Reef

Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders) in Zambesi river is 108 meters (360 ft) high. Between Zambia and Zimbabwe

Feather Star Detail, Puerto Gallera, Philippines, SE Asia

Anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) Underwater Sea Life at Verde Island near Puerto Gallera, Philippines, SE Asia

toxic Fire Urchin (Asthenosoma varium), Puerto Gallera, Philippines, SE Asia

Knobly Sea Stars (Protoreaster nodosus) and small fish, Sipadan Island, Malaysia

Knobly Sea Star (Protoreaster nodosus) and small fish, Sipadan Island, Malaysia

Indonesia, Sulawesi. Close up of spotfin lionfish, or pterois antennata

Indonesia, Raja Ampat. View of diverse coral reef marine ecosystem and popular diving spot

Indonesia, Raja Ampat. View of diverse, coral reef marine ecosystem

Africa, West Africa. Termite nest in the Western African forest

Roving coral grouper, Plectropomus pessuliferus (marisrubri), with Scalefin anthias, Anthias squamipinnis, Red Sea, Egypt

Lionfish (Pterois voliants) by corals and Red Sea Racoon Butterflyfish (Chaetodon fasciatus) in the background, Red Sea, Egypt

Titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) and Scalefin Anthias (Anthias Squamipinnis), with corals, Red Sea, Egypt

Humphead wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus, Red Sea, Egypt

Scalefin Anthias, Anthias squamipinnis, swimming over coral of genus Acropora, Red Sea, Egypt

Bluespotted ribbontail ray, Taeniura lymma, at Abu Soma Arbaa (Safaga area), Red Sea, Egypt

Red Sea Racoon butterflyfish, Chaetodon fasciatus, Abu Soma Arbaa (Safaga area), Red Sea, Egypt

Arabian Picasso triggerfish, Rhinecanthus assasi, Panorama Reef (Abu Alama), Red Sea, Egypt

Above and underwater shot of dive boats and corals at Panorama Reef (Abu Alama), Red Sea, Egypt

Humphead wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus and anthiases at Elphinstone Reef, Red Sea, Egypt

Coral hind, Cephalopholis miniata, at Elphinstone Reef, Red Sea, Egypt

School of Scalefin anthias, Anthias squamipinnis, at Habili Ali (St. Johns Reef area), Red Sea, Egypt

School of Masked Butterflyfish, Chaetodon semilarvatus, Red Sea, Egypt

Herd of elephants stay close and follow the matriarch while crossing the river. Baby needs to stretch the trunk up to breathe

Prehistoric landscape with various creatures
A prehistoric landscape with various creatures in the air, on land, and in the water. 19th century

Granite bull feeders or comederos in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus) adult, sitting in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

View of ruined building in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Typical fen raft spider pool in river valley fen habitat, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N. N. R
Typical fen raft spider pool in river valley fen habitat, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N.N.R. Waveney Valley, Suffolk, England, may

Hedgerows and track, South Harting, West Sussex, England, may

Hedgerow beside footpath, South Harting, Sussex, England, may

Mouflon (Ovis musimon) adult males, flock in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Elephant skin coral (Pachyseris sp. )
Elephant skin coral (Pachyseris sp.). Photographed off Maratua Island, in the Sulawesi Sea, Indonesia

Bleached soft coral. The colour in the coral is lost due to the expulsion of symbiotic unicellular algae called zooxanthellae that live within its tissues

Soft coral polyps (Clavularia sp. )
Soft coral polyps (Clavularia sp.). This coral has stinging cells on its tentacles that kill any organisms within the plankton it feeds

Bleached coral. The colour in the coral is lost due to the expulsion of symbiotic unicellular algae called zooxanthellae that live within its tissues

Land snails on a frankincense tree. These snails are aestivating, which is a survival strategy of lying dormant during the hot summer months

Cardinal fish over reef

Abstract computer artwork of a pyramid of arrows
Pyramid. Computer illustration of a pyramid containing arrows, which could represent any system in which there is a hierarchy. Fewer arrows are present on each higher level

Shipwreck interior. This small wreck appears to be a coastal patrol boat sunk in World War Two and is now home to many encrusting species of hard and soft corals

Closed ecosystem space research
Harvesting crops in a self-sufficient ecosystem. In order to make interstellar space travel possible, it will be necessary, due to the large distances involved

Ecological food web, computer artwork. This model represents the extinct ecosystem of the Messel pit, Germany. Fossil animal and plant life is represented by the coloured nodes

Caribbean coral reef food web model
Ecological food web, computer artwork. This model represents the ecosystem of a Caribbean coral reef. Animal and plant life is represented by the coloured nodes

Peat bog fire. Mars aircraft dropping water on a fire in a raised peat bog. Peat bog fires often burn below the ground making them particularly difficult to extinguish

Protected Earth, conceptual image. Pair of hands holding a toy globe

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The breathtaking beauty of Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio, United States of America, showcases the wonders of the eco system. Nestled in North America's stunning landscape, this park is a testament to nature's resilience and diversity. Moving westward to Utah, another jewel in North America's crown awaits exploration. The Dance Hall Rock Historic Site on the Colorado Plateau offers a glimpse into the region's rich history while highlighting its unique eco system. A studio shot with a white background captures the essence of this remarkable place through a cut-out cross section watercolour painting. Venturing further southwest within Utah lies Arrowleaf, where nature paints an awe-inspiring picture. This vibrant ecosystem thrives amidst arid conditions and serves as a reminder that life can flourish even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Across continents to Australia, we find ourselves at Agincourt Reef within the Great Barrier Reef off North Queensland. Here, the Giant Clam takes center stage as it harmoniously coexists with other marine species. Its presence underscores how interconnected ecosystems are and emphasizes our responsibility to protect them. Journeying eastward from Australia brings us to Micronesia's Palau region—a paradise teeming with natural wonders like Jellyfish Lake and its captivating mangrove split image. These delicate habitats remind us of nature's intricate balance and inspire us to preserve their fragile existence for generations to come. Closer to home again, Castaic Lake stands as both an engineering marvel and an example of responsible water management practices in California. At 55% capacity, it highlights our ongoing efforts towards sustainable resource utilization while safeguarding local ecosystems. Finally, let us not forget Arches National Park—an ecological treasure trove that demands our utmost care when exploring its sandy terrain. Walking thoughtlessly can easily disrupt or destroy precious vegetation that plays an integral role in maintaining this unique desert ecosystem.