Nisitrus vittatus

This picture may seem ordinary to look at, but it tells a story about a small world inside. A small insect is standing leaf—in short, for minute we can think of leaves as a small city on Earth. The insect's body is long narrow, gray-brown in color. Its long antennae extend forward, as if it is sensing the wind. The body has a pattern needle-like grooves like a net base, which probably covers the insect a little—as if trying to blend in with the leaves of the tree. It stands, leaning on the leaves step by step, and the green leaves surrounding it are like a museum-gallery of light, soft shadows, and strange green-flowers in the background. A small yellow flower can be seen just near the focus, which gives the picture a lively touch.

It teaches us that nothing great in life can be understood without movement. This insect sits slowly, silently on the leaves, so as to escape from predators; At the same time, its legs and antennae point to possible changes in the lower part. The insect's back has a net-like pattern of wing covers, which reminds us that every organism in nature has a structure that helps it survive well. Instead of moving suddenly, they move forward a little, so that they are not seen and have the right time for activities such as feeding. Even in simple images there is a complexity hidden: because of such a delicate design and such a perfect coordination, where light and shadow have worked together.

It is not easy to understand that the insect is part of life, but it is certain that this insect provides some food plant, and at the same time . To understand nature, it is good to know this much—the various parts all life follow each other. Without going too close to the birds, one thing is clear: even small things contain countless secrets of life. This short journey on the leaf shows us that life is not easy, but so beautiful. If we take a little time and look around, we can see—how the insect on a leaf has arranged itself, if you and I think so, then we can get inspiration for life.

If you find yourself in front of such a picture, then keep a few simple things in mind. First, it is not snacking, but observation that is important. If you want to see it up close, first determine the place of light; soft light in the morning or afternoon gives better results. Secondly, using a macro lens or a suitable lens makes it easier to see dense-net images and the intricate web of insects—the image becomes clearer if you gently hold the feather. Thirdly, stillness is very important. If you have a tripod, it is better, or if you have a cold hand, slowly click the shutter. Then think a few sentences about the creator inside the leaf, not the plastic-or-leaf behind the picture—what changes, what strange secrets are hidden.

In fact, this picture is not just an insect sitting leaf. It teaches us that there is wonder in the small moments of life. A small insect, the soft touch of a leaf, a yellow flower—all together create a small but complete part the world. If we look a little more carefully, we can understand—everything in nature has a story, a principle, a way of life. And this story begins with us: when we open our eyes, we see how beautiful and complex our surroundings are.

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Location| Malaysia 🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾
Short by |@aburihan

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