Inhospitable Planet [Explore] - a photo on Flickriver

I've posted a panoramic color version of this image a long time ago, but I reworked it in monochrome with a tighter crop and have won some competitive recognition in this version. (And, quite frankly, I like it better in monochrome and tighter crop format)

The Mojave Desert in Joshua Tree National Park is home to all sorts of interesting geographic and natural phenomena.

Of course, there are the namesake Joshua Trees, the Mojave Yucca plants, and the California Junipers. But, what do you call these granite outcroppings? Apparently, geologists refer to these as inselbergs, which is German for 'island mountain', and the rock itself is called monzogranite.

Whatever the names, the formations combined with the verdant plant life make Joshua Tree an interesting location for hikers, climbers, and photographers alike. Come visit natural California, and see for yourself!

Congrats on Explore!
#441 ⭐ February 6, 2023

Recognition:
Selected for Display, Black & White: Scenic - JUN-JUL 2023, International Exhibition of Photography, San Diego County Fair, Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, CA

Excellent Merit - FEB 2023, Professional Photographers of California (PPC), Landscape category

Merit Image - MAY 2022, Professional Photographers of San Diego County (PPSDC), Nature/Landscape category

Taken in: United States / California / Pinto Wye (show map)

Taken on: November 11, 2018

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