A close-up photograph features a dark brown slug with lighter brown stripes traveling vertically on a textured surface composed of small rocks, moss, and various vegetation. The slugโ€™s elongated body is glistening slightly, suggesting damp conditions, while its tapered head faces downward with extended tentaclesโ€”two longer ones above, and two shorter ones belowโ€”helping it navigate. The surrounding area is rich with green grass and plants, indicating a natural outdoor setting, likely a humid environment conducive to slug activity. The intricate details of the slugโ€™s body, including subtle ridges running along its length, are visible, demonstrating its slimy, flexible anatomy as it clings to the uneven surface.
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I just had gotten my new phone, so when I saw the slug, I wanted to try and get a nice shot... ๐Ÿ˜Š

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@raineyday@mstdn.games

@PixysJourney

Slugs are amazing creatures!

42 days ago
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@PixysJourney

@raineyday@mstdn.games they really are! Although, some moments, especially in summer during rainy periods... It can he hard to avoid treading on them. Especially when Arwen and I walked during the nights. ๐Ÿ˜Š

42 days ago
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@XenoPhage@infosec.exchange

@PixysJourney what an amazing picture!

42 days ago
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@PixysJourney

@XenoPhage@infosec.exchange Awwww Fankoos! I had to "be quick" due to having Arwen with me. I took some others as well, may see if I can share another one of the "set". Thanks again! ๐Ÿ’œ

42 days ago
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@budgegeria@mastodon.social

@PixysJourney And the first thing you do is making a photo of a snail stumbling and faceplanting. It isn't easy having just one foot.

42 days ago
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@PixysJourney

@budgegeria@mastodon.social ouch! But I can totally understand... I have had hip issues since I was 16, with many surgeries... And this snap I took was just a few weeks before my surgery where they had to replace my hip cup, as it was loose... So the whole balance thing... Yeah... It's not easy! And I had two feet, just one leg not working well all the time. ๐Ÿ˜Š

41 days ago
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@budgegeria@mastodon.social

@PixysJourney Compassion comes from knowing how things are and feel. ๐Ÿ˜
Hope you'll get better, even when it takes time as with snails.

41 days ago
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@PixysJourney

@budgegeria@mastodon.social people that know the struggle can empathize way better indeed...
Thank you. It's taking its time, but I hope that my leg will recover as much as possible... It's taken quite a beating this year.
Have a nice Sunday!

40 days ago
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