Nothing in nature is static. Change is inevitable. It may seem slow to us, but it is happening, nonetheless. These American Sweetgum trees are slowly marching through the clearing next to this small pond in Arkansas. These trees are beautiful, but they can take over the open fens where rare orchids and other sensitive plants live. Without regular wildfires, it takes real effort to keep them in check. What natural changes are occurring in your area?

Camera: Sony DSC-RX-10
Lens: 9-73mm f/2.8 @ 31mm
Shutter Speed: 1/320 sec
Aperture: f/4
ISO: 125

American Sweetgum - Liquidambar styraciflua

Here are some other Haphazard Homestead nature photos you might enjoy: Reading the Landscape - Pennyroyal Wetlands // Sweetgum Riot // Migis Lodge Lake Views // Arkansas Country Creek // Eat Flowers!

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