Journal of Plant EcologyGuopeng Wu et al. explored divergent accumulation of soil amino sugars and lignin phenols during Castanopsis hystrix plantation #Restoration.
#Microbial_derivedC | #Plant_derivedC | #ForestEcosystem | #ForestSoil
Qiong Chen et al. explored substrate and microorganism-driven shape seasonal variations in soil denitrification rates along altitudes in alpine mountains.
#ForestEcosystem | #NitrogenDynamics | #Elevations | #EdaphicProperties | #DenitrifyingGenes
Greg UrbanoFallen Tree: The Foundation of Seeing
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💡 Divergent accumulation of soil amino sugars and lignin phenols during Castanopsis hystrix plantation #Restoration
Influencing factors:
1️⃣soil depths;
2️⃣stand age;
3️⃣litter biomass and quality.
#Microbial_derivedCarbon | #Plant_derivedCarbon | #ForestEcosystem | #ForestSoil
Maikel de BakkerClose encounter with a forest master beetle
Meet Trypocopris vernalis, also known as the spring dor beetle — one of the true “masters” of the forest floor. Yesterday, while exploring a beautiful larch and pine forest near Rijen and Oosterhout (the Surea area) with my wife, I spotted this little armored worker quietly making its way through the moss. The day was grey and moody, but a brief ray of sunlight broke through — just enough to bring out that deep black sheen that makes these beetles so mesmerizing up close.
This shot was taken with my Canon 7D Mark II and the Canon MP-E 65mm super macro lens at 5× magnification — a lens that truly lets you dive into another world. At this distance, even a beetle’s face feels monumental. You can see the fine texture of its exoskeleton, this time no grains of forest soil clinging to it, and even the subtle reflection of the forest canopy above.
Scientifically speaking, Trypocopris vernalis plays a vital role in the ecosystem. It’s a dung beetle — recycling nutrients, aerating soil, and quite literally keeping the forest clean. A quiet little hero beneath our feet.
#TrypocoprisVernalis #BeetlePhotography #MacroPhotography #SuperMacro #Canon7DMarkII #CanonMPE65mm #ForestMaster #MacroWorld #WildlifeMacro #NaturePhotography #ByMaikelPhotography #DutchNature #Oosterhout #Rijen #Surea #MossForest #LarchForest #InsectPhotography #MacroDetails #CloseUpPhotography #WildlifeLovers #EcoPhotography #Biodiversity #DungBeetle #NatureStory #InsectWorld #MicroWorld #CanonMacro #NaturalBalance #WildlifeConservation #InTheForest #MacroArt #NatureCloseUp #PhotoStory #NatureLovers #FieldPhotography #MacroMagic #WildlifeMacroPhotography #CanonEurope #ForestEcosystem #TinyWorld
Meet Trypocopris vernalis, also known as the spring dor beetle — one of the true “masters” of the forest floor. Yesterday, while exploring a beautiful larch and pine forest near Rijen and Oosterhout (the Surea area) with my wife, I spotted this little armored worker quietly making its way through the moss. The day was grey and moody, but a brief ray of sunlight broke through — just enough to bring out that deep black sheen that makes these beetles so mesmerizing up close.
This shot was taken with my Canon 7D Mark II and the Canon MP-E 65mm super macro lens at 5× magnification — a lens that truly lets you dive into another world. At this distance, even a beetle’s face feels monumental. You can see the fine texture of its exoskeleton, this time no grains of forest soil clinging to it, and even the subtle reflection of the forest canopy above.
Scientifically speaking, Trypocopris vernalis plays a vital role in the ecosystem. It’s a dung beetle — recycling nutrients, aerating soil, and quite literally keeping the forest clean. A quiet little hero beneath our feet.
#TrypocoprisVernalis #BeetlePhotography #MacroPhotography #SuperMacro #Canon7DMarkII #CanonMPE65mm #ForestMaster #MacroWorld #WildlifeMacro #NaturePhotography #ByMaikelPhotography #DutchNature #Oosterhout #Rijen #Surea #MossForest #LarchForest #InsectPhotography #MacroDetails #CloseUpPhotography #WildlifeLovers #EcoPhotography #Biodiversity #DungBeetle #NatureStory #InsectWorld #MicroWorld #CanonMacro #NaturalBalance #WildlifeConservation #InTheForest #MacroArt #NatureCloseUp #PhotoStory #NatureLovers #FieldPhotography #MacroMagic #WildlifeMacroPhotography #CanonEurope #ForestEcosystem #TinyWorld
【🎉Latest accepted article】
Substrate and microorganism-driven shape seasonal variations in soil denitrification rates along altitudes in alpine mountains
#ForestEcosystem | #NitrogenDynamics | #Elevations | #EdaphicProperties | #DenitrifyingGenes
【🎉Latest accepted article】
Divergent accumulation of soil amino sugars and lignin phenols during Castanopsis hystrix plantation #Restoration
#Microbial_derivedCarbon | #Plant_derivedCarbon | #ForestEcosystem | #ForestSoil
A Whisper in the Canopy – Meeting the European Red Squirrel
Yesterday, while taking a quiet forest stroll, I heard rustling above. My eyes followed a shadow with a long, bushy tail descending the tree—it was the European red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris, rode Europese eekhoorn). I switched to my Canon 5D Mark III with the Sigma 100–400mm lens and managed to capture a candid moment—though the shutter noise likely startled this curious little fellow.
Red squirrels are diurnal and primarily arboreal, foraging for seeds, nuts, fungi, and occasionally eggs. As scatter-hoarders, they play a crucial ecological role—burying seeds that can grow into new trees when forgotten. These creatures breed twice a year (Feb–Mar and May–Aug), with typically 3–7 offspring per litter. Though adults can live up to 6–7 years, most survive only 2–4 years in the wild.
Spotting this squirrel in the early morning light—especially right where the jays were playing—felt like nature’s quiet encore. It reminded me how vibrant and vital our local forests are, even in subtle, fleeting moments.
#rodeekhoorn #redsquirrel #sciurusvulgaris #canon5dmarkiii #sigma100400 #forestphotography #natuurtilburg #wildlifephotography #earlymorningwalk #arborealmoment #scatterhoarder #forestecosystem #biodiversity #natuurfotografie #insectandmammal #animalbehavior #seeddispersal #springwildlife #secretforest #wildlifesentinel #naturecloseup #treecreatures #ourlocalforest #mei2025 #nederlandsenatuur
Yesterday, while taking a quiet forest stroll, I heard rustling above. My eyes followed a shadow with a long, bushy tail descending the tree—it was the European red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris, rode Europese eekhoorn). I switched to my Canon 5D Mark III with the Sigma 100–400mm lens and managed to capture a candid moment—though the shutter noise likely startled this curious little fellow.
Red squirrels are diurnal and primarily arboreal, foraging for seeds, nuts, fungi, and occasionally eggs. As scatter-hoarders, they play a crucial ecological role—burying seeds that can grow into new trees when forgotten. These creatures breed twice a year (Feb–Mar and May–Aug), with typically 3–7 offspring per litter. Though adults can live up to 6–7 years, most survive only 2–4 years in the wild.
Spotting this squirrel in the early morning light—especially right where the jays were playing—felt like nature’s quiet encore. It reminded me how vibrant and vital our local forests are, even in subtle, fleeting moments.
#rodeekhoorn #redsquirrel #sciurusvulgaris #canon5dmarkiii #sigma100400 #forestphotography #natuurtilburg #wildlifephotography #earlymorningwalk #arborealmoment #scatterhoarder #forestecosystem #biodiversity #natuurfotografie #insectandmammal #animalbehavior #seeddispersal #springwildlife #secretforest #wildlifesentinel #naturecloseup #treecreatures #ourlocalforest #mei2025 #nederlandsenatuur
