Molting Collection

Illustration of King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) with molting chick

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. View of a group of molting adults. Date: 18-11-2011

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Elephant seal rookery near San Simeon in Big Sur, California, USA Date: 29/07/2010

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Falkland Islands, West Falkland, West Point Island aka Albatross Island. Black-browed albatross (wild: Thalassarche melanophris) fuzzy molting fledgling. Date: 29/06/2010

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Australia, Coringa Island preserve. Masked Booby (Sula dactylatra), mother and baby Date: 27/08/2005

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South Georgia Island, Salisbury Plain. Second largest king penguin (wild: Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony in South Georgia. Large fuzzy molting chick. Date: 28/06/2006

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Antarctica, Antarctic Penninsula. Gentoo penguin (wild: Pygoscelis papua) molting. Date: 28/06/2006

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Antarctica, Antarctic Penninsula. Gentoo penguins (wild: Pygoscelis papua) molting. Date: 28/06/2006

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Antarctica, South Georgia Island (UK), King Penguin chick (Aptenodytes patagonicus) along shoreline at massive penguin rookery along Saint Andrews Bay at sunset Date: 19/02/2005

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King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) chick, Gold Harbor, South Georgia, Antarctica Date: 09/09/2005

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South Atlantic Ocean, South Georgia Island. Close-up profile of molting king penguin chick or oakum boy. Date: 21/07/2004

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South Africa, Simon's Town, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) standing on rocky beach at the Boulders Beach near Cape Town Date: 17/07/2007

Black-tailed doe with mange

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. View of a group of molting adults

Grasshopper molting
Dao Tan Phat

Young southern elephant seal bulls (Mirounga leoninar), molting on the beach in Gold Harbor, South Georgia, Polar Regions

Rookery of hundreds of king penguins during breeding season, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Rookery of hundreds of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) on the rocky landscape and beach of South Georgia Island during breeding season; South Georgia, Antarctica

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) chick in molt, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

African Penguin or Jackass Penguin -Spheniscus demersus-, adult on rock, moulting, Bettys Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

Monarch (Danaus plexippus) pupa / chrysalis before emergence Marion Co. IL
Monarch (Danaus Plexippus) pupa, chrysalis before emergence Marion County, Illinois

Monarch (Danaus plexippus) larva (caterpillar) in prepupal J before pupating-forming
Monarch (Danaus Plexippus) larva (caterpillar) in prepupal J before pupating-forming chrysalis (pupa) Marion County, Illinois

Southern Elephant Seal bull mouth wide open in threat or fear display on beach during molting season, Falkland Islands

Southern Elephant Seal adult bull moulting on beach, Falkland Islands, January
Southern Elephant Seal adult bull molting on beach, Falkland Islands

Southern elephant seals molting on beach in king penguin rookery
Southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina) and king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus), autumn morning, Allardyce Range in background, St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia

King penguin rookery (focus on two chicks in foreground)
The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) chick to the right of the image is molting, St. Andrews Bay with Allardyce Range in background, South Georgia

King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) rookery
The chick in the foreground is molting, Right Whale Bay, South Georgia

Red Admiral or Vanessa atalanta, showing development

Illustration of Locust nymph showing second molt and change in size

Illustration of deer antler development through the seasons and shedding of velvet in late July

Tylosaurus, a giant marine squamata shedding its skin

Cape Wahington, Antarctica. An Emperor penguin chick calls out, wings outstretched

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Emporer Penguins on the move. High Key, soft focus

South Georgia. Salisbury Plain. King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) chick molting

Exuvia, remaining larval skin, cast skin of a dragonfly, old skin after moulting

African penguin or Black-footed penguin -Spheniscus demersus-, chick, at the Boulders Colony, Cape Town, South Africa

A stick insect -Phasmida- sloughing its skin, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, rainforest, Ecuador, South America

Bush cricket or Katydid -Tettigoniidae- moulting, Tiputini, rainforest, Yasuni National Park, Ecuador, South America

Katydid, bush-cricket -Tettigoniidae- sloughing its skin, Tiputini rainforest, Yasuni National Park, Ecuador, South America

Katydid or Bush-cricket -Tettigoniidae sp. - shedding its skin, Lake Kerkini region, Greece, Europe
Katydid or Bush-cricket -Tettigoniidae sp.- shedding its skin, Lake Kerkini region, Greece, Europe

Gentoo Penguin -Pygoscelis papua-, moulting, overlooking the fjord with icebergs, Cuverville Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Exuvie of a Heliconius species, Tambopata National Reserve, Madre de Dios region, Peru

Elephant seal rookery near San Simeon in Big Sur, California, USA
Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris) rookery near San Simeon in Big Sur, California, USA

snow geese, Chen caerulescens, adults with their goslings during summer molt, near the Colville River delta, along the Beaufort Sea, Arctic Alaska

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

BAOR, 060, Rolf N, Baltimore Oriole
Baltimore Oriole, Icterus galbula, female perched on Tree fern, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Grey feather, side view

Red snake with black and gold hoops shedding its skin

Slow worm (Anguis fragilis) shedding its skin, view from above

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"Molting: A Time of Transformation and Renewal in the Southern Ocean" In the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean, amidst the breathtaking beauty of South Georgia, a remarkable phenomenon takes place - molting. This natural process is captured in a stunning illustration featuring a majestic King Penguin and its adorable molting chick. Dated 18-11-2011, this captivating image showcases a group adults, their sleek feathers scattered around them like delicate confetti. The scene is filled with an air of transformation as these magnificent creatures shed their old plumage to make way for new growth. Molting is not just a mere shedding; it symbolizes rebirth and rejuvenation. As we delve into this mesmerizing world, we witness nature's incredible ability to adapt and evolve. Each feather that falls represents an opportunity for change - an invitation to embrace transformation. The King Penguin stands tall amidst this transformative spectacle, its regal presence commanding attention. With each molted feather, it sheds not only physical weight but also burdens from its past experiences. It emerges stronger and more resilient than before. This captivating sight serves as a reminder that even in the harshest environments, life finds ways to thrive and flourish. The Southern Ocean becomes a stage where resilience meets beauty; where vulnerability gives birth to strength. As we gaze upon this enchanting illustration, let us reflect on our own lives. Just like these penguins undergoing molting, we too experience periods of shedding old habits or beliefs that no longer serve us. We are given opportunities for growth and renewal if only we have the courage to embrace them. So let us take inspiration from these wondrous creatures who navigate through life's challenges with grace and determination during their molting season. May we find solace in knowing that change can be beautiful – an essential part of our journey towards becoming our best selves.