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Shelled Pteropod / Sea butterfly {Diacria trispinosa} with egg string attached, from between 188
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Shelled Pteropod / Sea butterfly {Diacria trispinosa} with egg string attached, from between 188
Shelled Pteropod / Sea butterfly {Diacria trispinosa} with egg string attached, from between 188 and 507m, Mid-Atlantic Ridge, North Atlantic Ocean
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. In this snapshot from the depths of the North Atlantic Ocean, we witness a mesmerizing moment frozen in time. Meet Diacria trispinosa, also known as the Shelled Pteropod or Sea butterfly - an enchanting creature that seems to have emerged straight out of a fairytale. Against a mysterious black background, our tiny protagonist takes center stage with its translucent shell and delicate features. But what truly steals the show is the remarkable egg string attached to its body, showcasing nature's ingenious reproductive strategies. Floating between 188 and 507 meters below sea level along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, this ethereal beauty thrives in its pelagic habitat. With no company but itself and surrounded by nothingness, it gracefully dances through the temperate waters. This close-up shot allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this marine marvel. From its elegant wings resembling butterfly fins to its otherworldly iridescence reflecting off its surroundings – it's hard not to be captivated by such natural splendor. Let your imagination dive into uncharted depths as you explore this stunning photograph captured by David Shale. Witness firsthand how life finds ways even in seemingly inhospitable environments and revel in nature's boundless creativity on display here!
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