On a stem of a bramble bush sits a tree frog. The surface is uneven and dotted with sharp thorns, but the frog remains steady. Its tiny suckers attach themselves effortlessly, as if the conditions were irrelevant.
The environment looks unfriendly: spines, shade and little grip. Yet the frog deliberately chooses this spot. It is a strategic vantage point. From here, it can spot insects in the grass while remaining inconspicuous itself.
Its posture is compact, its colour green and tightly matched to the leaf and stem. The contrast with the thorns is great, but functional: where the bush deters, the frog finds protection.
He barely moves, only his throat vibrates rhythmically with breathing. The sculpture is matter-of-fact in its simplicity: efficient use of a complex structure.
The tree frog on the bramble shows that vulnerability and resilience go hand in hand. Among sharp obstacles, he keeps an overview, calm and calculated. His presence makes it clear that success often comes from exploiting difficult circumstances as an advantage.
My name is Zeno Swijtink.
For as long as I can remember, I have had a passion for nature. I especially enjoy wandering through nature and I like to be guided by my curiosity.
I have been lucky enough to travel through many different countries, often with my camera as..
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