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Scribbly Gum


Scribbly Gum
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Copyright: Jeanne XX (Taralee) Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 27 W: 0 N: 27] (156)
Genre: Plants
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-12-27
Categories: Trees
Camera: Canon EOS 400D (Rebel XTi), Canon EFS 18-55
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/60 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-12-26 15:18
Viewed: 663
Points: 6
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
There are several of these beautiful trees growing close to my home - when I went for a walk this morning I took the camera so that I could photograph one and share with those who have never seen this type of tree.

"Scribbly gums (Eucalyptus haemastoma) are spectacular Australian trees with smooth, whitish yellow bark. The bark has a prominent feature which was written about in Snuggle Pot & Cuddlepie - strange looking 'scribbles' resembling some form of mysterious, ancient writing. The zigzag tracks are actually tunnels made by the larvae of a moth called Ogmograptis scribula, and they're interesting because they reflect the life cycle of the insects. Increases in the tunnel diameter show that the larva is growing, and the end of the track is where it has stopped burrowing and started to pupate. The adult moth is rarely seen, but the markings it leaves behind only enhance the beauty of these lovely trees."
Ref: http://www.burkesbackyard.com.au/2000/archives/2000/in_the_garden/trees_and_palms/scribbly_gum
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Hello Jeanne

An interesting capture,the tracts do look like ancient writings.
Very good focus and detail.
A lovely natural history post showing the symbiosis between this larvae and the tree.
TFS

Wolf

Hi Jeanne,
fascinating script-like structures on the pale bark of that Eucalypt in a nice, well lighted, precise presentation.
An interesting, well written note about the moth caterpillars that create those ornamental patterns.
Thank you! With all my best wishes to you for a Happy New Year!
Peter

Hi Jeanne
The Scribbly Gum is a very unique looking tree. Nature has so many different things to share with us. Nice detail, colour and composition.
TFS Janice

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