22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Close-up of Giant Whip Scorpion Pedipalps
This mesmerizing close-up photograph captures the pedipalps of a giant whip scorpion in striking detail. The sharp, claw-like appendages are illuminated against a black background, creating an intense and dramatic focus on their intricate textures and menacing form. The dark, glossy surface of the scorpion’s pedipalps contrasts with the deep shadows, enhancing the eerie, almost alien-like nature of this fascinating creature.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 07.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 10.2024 |
Photo Location: | Bristol, United Kingdom |
Copyright: | © Irina Petrova Adamatzky |