Hesse, a state in the heart of Germany, is characterized by a diverse biocultural landscape. From the wooded low mountain ranges like the Taunus and the Vogelsberg to the fertile valleys along the Rhine, Hesse offers a wide range of habitats for a variety of plant and animal species. The flora is marked by deciduous and coniferous trees in the forests, as well as typical Central European plants such as beeches, oaks, and chestnuts. The fauna includes a variety of species, including deer, wild boar, foxes, badgers, and various bird species like woodpeckers and owls. The people of Hesse have developed a close relationship with nature over the centuries, reflected in traditions such as the preservation of orchards and the protection of nature reserves. Despite challenges from land use, urbanization, and climate change, the protection and preservation of this biocultural diversity remain crucial for the future of Hesse and the well-being of its residents.
Little stinker in its fourth instar. Two moults remain until adulthood. It's a very common European species. You can find them from North Africa across Europe to Central Asia. It prefers to live on deciduous trees (linden, alder), bushes, nettles and thistles. I found this one below a linden tree. In German we call them Grüne Stinkwanze (green stink bug). My friends from North America have a very similar bug with that name (Chinavia hilaris). But they differ much in color in their larval stage and have a few small differences as adults. Both species are member of the Pentatomidae family, generally called shield bugs or stink bugs. They have in common that they release a pungent defensive spray when threatened, disturbed or crrrrushhhhed.💚
This cute member of the Psychodidae family can reach a length of 3-5 millimeters. It only lives about 12 days as an adult. If it doesn't slurp water or flower nectar, it just hangs on some walls or trees.✌️
It's distribution is worldwide in tropical and temperate areas. The origin of their distribution is unknown.
Their larvae live in aquatic environments and take about 18 days to turn into a pupa, which develops into an adult after 5 days.
Because of their fine water-repellent hairs, adults and larvae are difficult to drown and are not affected by contact with most water-borne toxins. They can also handle very high temperatures.
My first attempt at making something artistic out of resin. A lot has gone wrong, but the result is ok. It's my left hand that I made a negative imprint of with dentist silicone. The rest is by accident, because the imprint was not perfect and partially leaky. So the resin itself became creative. 😅
It's a present for someone who is going through tough times.
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This post is part of the artistic performance The Happening on Instagram.
Yesterday, on a rainy summer night, somewhere between kindergarten and cemetery, I met these two friends.😁
The snail is a garden snail (Cornu aspersum). A globally invasive species originally native to the Mediterranean region. It used to be assigned to the Roman snail, but represents a genus of its own. Like the Roman snail, this species is also bred as a food snail. Even to a greater extent than the Roman snail.🐌
The isopod is a common striped woodlouse (Philoscia muscorum). A very widespread species of woodlice in Europe. Because it can run exceptionally fast, it is called the fast woodlouse.💨
Both species have a beautiful eel line.❤️
Looks like the snail is the big boss (Jabba) and the isopod is his nimble sidekick who tells him the latest news from the neighborhood.🤣
Many excuses that at first glance seem like a request for forgiveness are actually so-called nonpologies. It's often said:"I'm sorry." So I apologize to myself. I get rid of the guilt without asking my counterpart: will you accept my apology? The authority to interpret the situation remains with me.
An apology is always appropriate if one would have been able to refrain from hurtful behavior. This should achieve reparation through appreciation. Properly apologizing is an expression of emotional and spiritual maturity. Most empathetic people even ask for forgiveness when they can't help it. Out of compassion!
Each of us has done or received nonpologies. However: Anyone who is not able to apologize at all is behaving toxic. In a relationship this means nothing else than that one person bears all the burdens and the other has all the freedom.
Examples of nonpologies from toxic people:
"I've already said that I'm sorry." (The subject is closed for you. Fine! What about me?)
"I'm sorry for everything I have done or will ever do!" (Is this supposed to be a free ride ticket for acting like a jerk?)
"I'm sorry if I hurt you!" (Really? If? - I just let you know THAT you hurt me!)
"I'm sorry that you feel that way." (It's not about my feelings, for which I don't need pity, by the way, but about your behavior.)
You are worth being treated with respect. Surround yourself with people who are good for you. Those who do not show responsibility for their actions will always continue to behave like this.
It's not difficult for me to forgive. Those who behave toxic have a severe handicap. It is important to accept that you are not the cause of their behaviour. That they are not good for you and that they have no place in your life if you want to be happy.
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This post is part of the artistic performance The Happening on Instagram.
