Thorny Devil Lizard in Golden Hour Drizzle in above a glacial stream in Niger

Thorny Devil Lizard in Golden Hour Drizzle

by Derrick Conner

Rich amber light from the setting sun washes over the rugged terrain of Niger, illuminating a thorny devil lizard perched on a rocky bank beside a glacial stream. The reptile's spiky scales catch the low-angle glow, turning a deep ochre against the cool, grey stones. Fine droplets of a light drizzle glisten on its textured skin and the surrounding gravel, creating a sharp contrast between the warm air and the cold water flowing nearby. The lizard remains motionless, its head slightly raised, blending into the earthy tones of the landscape. Puddles form in the crevices of the rocks, reflecting the fading sky above. One droplet slides down a sharp spine on its shoulder, tracing a path toward the wet stone below.

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Camera Canon AE-1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Canon AE-1 photos, grab one online.
Lens 200mm f/4
Focal Length 200mm
Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 1/60
ISO 200
Film Kodak Tri-X 400 contrast
Location above a glacial stream in Niger
Date 1990-04-18
Credit VEETER
Coordinates 17.5989, 8.0284
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