Camel Thorn Trees in Namibia photographed (yes photographed — look closely this is not a painting — but a photo) are blowing my mind. Where do these national geographic people get so much talent? The orange background is actually a soaring dune, tinted by the morning sun. The camel thorn trees in Namib-Naukluft Park are in the foreground.
I just had to share this — wow.
You can read the full accompanying story on National Geographic as well as download this awesome image as a computer wallpaper. Thanks to Mr. Studio ‘g’ for sharing this with me.
Acacia erioloba, the seeds can be roasted and used as a substitute for coffee. Here’s a fascinating article on a mutualistic relationship shared between Acacia species and ants. http://spectregroup.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/acacia-self-defense/