Subj : ES Picture of the Day 24  2022
To   : All
From : Dan Richter
Date : Sun Jul 24 2022 12:01:00

 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Nature Reclaims Lost Shoe

   July 22, 2022

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   Photographer:  Rosario Catania

   Summary Author:  Rosario Catania

   The picture above shows a lost shoe in the woods near the  Etna
   volcano.  As is happening above, nature always reclaims the spaces that
   belong to her. It’s just a matter of time before plants and organisms
   begin to grow and utilize the discarded items on the forest floor.
   Commonly found on fallen trees and rocks,  moss is considered both a
    producer and decomposer since it typically helps breaking down
   items into available nutrients. This work has a larger significance
   within the lifecycle of ecosystems because it makes nutrients available
   for surrounding organisms.

   Now in perfect camouflage, time for the shoe pictured above will pass,
   but it will devour its contents. A time that for our existence means a
   lot, but in the cycle of nature is only a flash.
     * Bronte, Sicily, Italy Coordinates: 37.7883, 14.8307

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