Sands Collection (#27)

View of gypsum dunes at sunset, White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, U. S. A. December
View of gypsum dunes at sunset, White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, U.S.A. December

View of desert sand dunes, Grande Dune, Erg Chebbi, Sahara Desert, Morocco, February

Badlands Mules Ears (Scabrethia scabra ssp. attenuata) flowering, growing on sand dune habitat, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Utah, U.S.A. October

Soaptree Yucca (Yucca elata) growing in gypsum dunes, in late evening sunlight, White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, U.S.A. December

Sea Medick (Medicago marina) flowering, growing on sandy beach, Sardinia, Italy, April

Bird s-foot Trefoil (Lotus cytisoides) flowering, growing on sandy beach, Sardinia, Italy, April

Northern Rock-cress (Arabis petraea) flowering, growing on sandy shore of sea loch, Kyle of Tongue, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, August

Rufous-naped Wren (Campylorhynchus rufinucha) adult, standing on sand, Costa Rica, April

Frosted Orache (Atriplex laciniata) flowering, growing at tideline on sandy shore, August

Sea Rocket (Cakile maritima ssp. integrifolia) in flower and fruit, growing on sand dunes, August

Common Sandhopper (Talitrus saltator) adult, burrowing in sand (captive)

Sand Wolfspider (Arctosa perita) adult, on coastal sand dune, Hengistbury Head, Dorset, England, May

Volcanic sand and sunbeams underwater, Volcano Drop, Komba Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Common Shrimp (Crangon crangon) adult, on sand in shallow water, Norfolk, England, August

Lesser Weever (Echiichthys vipera) adult, buried in sandy seabed, Bournemouth, Dorset, England, July

Namaqua Dwarf Adder (Bitis schneideri) adult, on sand dune in desert, Little Namaqualand, Namaqualand, South Africa, February

Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) adult female, digging hole and laying eggs in sand at night, Tambrauw Beach, Warmindi, Birds Head Peninsula, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua

Peringueys Adder (Bitis peringueyi) adult, side-winding over sand dune in desert habitat, Namib Desert, Namibia, February

Shovel-snouted Lizard (Meroles anchietae) adult, with mouth open, standing on sand dune in desert, Namib Desert, Namibia, February

Web-footed Gecko (Pachydactylus rangei) adult, standing on sand dune in desert, Namib Desert, Namibia, February

Namaqua Chameleon (Chamaeleo namaquensis) adult, walking on sand dune in desert, Namib Desert, Namibia, February

Arabian Oryx (Oryx leucoryx) adult, walking on sand, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December

Domestic Sheep, Beltex rams, flock standing on sandy beach, Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, August

Domestic Sheep, Beltex rams, flock walking on sandy beach, Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, August

Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) group, colony sleeping on sandbank with windblown sand, Lincolnshire, England, September

Common Seal (Phoca vitulina) pup, close-up of head, resting on sandbank, Lincolnshire, England, September

Common Seal (Phoca vitulina) pup, yawning, resting on sandbank, Lincolnshire, England, September

Common Seal (Phoca vitulina) pup, stretching on sandbank, Lincolnshire, England, September

Arabian Oryx (Oryx leucoryx) adult, standing on sand, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December

Common Ringed Plover (Charadrius hiaticula) four eggs in nest, on sand in estuary, Lahinch, Liscannor Bay, County Clare, Ireland, May

Egyptian Nightjar (Caprimulgus aegyptius) adult, roosting on sand in desert during daytime, Morocco, March

Colourful plastic buckets and spades on sandy beach, front view

Insects - Hydrophilus: Fossilized in tar sands

Marina Bay Sands resort, Singapore
Modern architecture. Night-time view of the Marina Bay Sands resort building, Singapore. This development is claimed to be the worlds most expensive stand-alone casino property (as of 2012)

Sphinx scaffolding, early 20th century C016 / 4321
Sphinx scaffolding. Early 20th-century excavation at the Giza Necropolis, Egypt, with scaffolding on the Great Sphinx (26th century BC) to aid the removal of desert sands

Sphinx and pyramid, Egypt, 1850s C016 / 4320
Sphinx and pyramids, Giza Necropolis, Egypt. These 26th-century BC structures are made from limestone, with granite also used in the pyramids (tombs for the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt)

Sphinx, Egyptian pyramids, 19th century C016 / 2387
Sphinx and pyramids, Giza Necropolis, Egypt. These 26th-century BC structures are made from limestone, with granite also used in the pyramids (tombs for the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt: Khafre)

Sand dunes, Namibia C013 / 9522
Sand dunes. Aerial view over extensive sand dunes in the Namib Desert, Namibia

Sand dunes, Namibia C013 / 9523
Sand dunes. View across a large sand dune in the Namib Desert, Namibia

Sand dunes, Namibia C013 / 9524
Sand dunes. View across a large sand dune in the Namib Desert, Namibia

Great Sphinx of Giza, 18th century
Great Sphinx of Giza. 18th-century artwork the Great Sphinx (centre) and the pyramids of the Giza Necropolis in Egypt. These structures date from the 26th century BC and are made from limestone

Egyptian obelisks, 16th century
Egyptian obelisks. 16th-century artwork of ruins and obelisks in Alexandria, Egypt. Obelisks were erected at the entrance to temples by the Ancient Egyptians. Some date back thousands of years

Sand dunes behind tourist beach with sunloungers and beach umbrellas, Muro, Alcudia, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, September

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"Sands: A Tapestry of Time and Place" War mural of Bobby Sands MP at Belfast: A powerful tribute to a political figure who left an indelible mark on history, forever etched in the sands of time. Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) in sand dunes, Namibia: Nature's masterpiece unfolds as graceful gemsboks navigate the vast expanse of golden sands, embodying resilience and adaptability. Singapore city skyline and Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Gardens: Amidst towering skyscrapers, the iconic Marina Bay Sands emerges like a mirage from the shimmering sands, blending modernity with natural beauty. Nelsons Flagship Foudroyant - Blackpool, Lancashire: The echoes of maritime glory resonate through Blackpool's sandy shores as Nelson's flagship stands tall, reminding us of Britain's rich naval heritage. Holidaymakers on the sands at Filey, North Yorkshire: Laughter fills the air as families create cherished memories while basking in the warmth of Filey's inviting sands – a haven for relaxation and joyous moments. New Brighton, The Wirral: Serenity embraces New Brighton’s sandy beaches as gentle waves caress its shores; a tranquil escape where one can find solace amidst nature’s wonders. Torcross & Slapton Sands: Secrets whispered by windswept dunes unfold along Torcross & Slapton Sands – an idyllic coastal retreat that captivates hearts with its untouched beauty. The Sahara Desert: Endless horizons meet beneath an unforgiving sun; behold nature’s grandeur in this sea of shifting sands that holds tales untold within each grain. Looking north towards Saunton Sands Hotel, North Devon - Saunton Sand beach is a Unesco designated Biosphere Reserve .