Germany, a country with a rich history and diverse landscapes, is characterized by impressive biocultural diversity. From the dense forests of the low mountain ranges to the expansive coastlines of the north, Germany offers a wide range of ecosystems and habitats. The flora is diverse, encompassing a wealth of plant species, including deciduous and coniferous trees in the forests, as well as typical German flowers like the Edelweiss in the Alps. The fauna is also abundant, with a variety of bird species in the forests and wetlands, as well as mammals such as deer, wild boar, and foxes. German culture is closely connected to nature, and the protection and preservation of biocultural diversity play an important role in the country's environmental and conservation movements. Despite urban development and environmental pressures, conserving this diversity remains crucial for Germany's future and the well-being of its residents.
The sloth enjoyed a sunny Sunday along with Mother Nature! 🌞🌼🐝 ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ 🎶 Music: "Delta Blues" 👤 by Stefan Kartenberg 🔖 2020 - Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0)
That's me after my Jugendweihe 20 years ago. The Jugendweihe (Youth consecration) is a secular coming of age ceremony practised by German 14-year-olds, mainly known in East Germany. In 2000 there where almost 100,000 participants nationwide, 10 years later there where only around 25,000 participants. However, this has less to do with popularity. After the reunification of Germany, many moved from the east to the west. There's even evidence that the popularity of the Jugendweihe increases again. I liked it because I got money and thenceforth was allowed to stay up 2 hours longer. I lived in a children's home with very strict rules and my new privilege became a real blessing, especially because I could finally watch the really interesting movies. 🙃
Brothers Grimm National Monument in Hanau, Hesse, Germany.
Jacob Grimm (left) and Wilhelm Grimm (right) were born in the town of Hanau, where in 1896 this monument was unveiled. Everyone knows at least a few of the many stories they collected and published.
I'm lucky to live in the historically interesting area around the Roman Limes. There are traces of the Romans everywhere. Especially in Frankfurt Northwest, where once was the capital of the Civitas Taunensium, the town of Nida. In the past, this area was even referred to as German Pompeji, because there are so many well-preserved remains here. Sadly, the city doesn't do enough to present the remains to public. For example, these quite important Roman pottery kilns stand inconspicuously in a small house in a totally overgrown corner. I think that's not ok.
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This post is part of the artistic performance The Happening on Instagram.
A dancing caterpillar of the brown-tail moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea). 🐛🎵 It's German name is Goldafter. 💩💰😅 Hairs from those caterpillars are toxic for humans. They cause an itchy rash! ☠ At the moment, there are many in the bushes along the railway tracks, which they eat bare. Music: "Shrimp Rich" by septahelix (2019 - Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
