 Intricate patterns in the sand that are wave-formed ripples (also known as oscillation ripples), which provide a frozen snapshot of the water s movement just before the tide or water level receded. They are formed by the back-and-forth oscillatory motion of water particles at the bottom of shallow waves. As a wave passes, water moves sand grains forward and then backward, piling them into these neat, parallel ridges. The crests (ridges) of the ripples run parallel to the shoreline, which is typical for wave-formed ripples as they align perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. The preservation of such sharp ripple crests indicates the water receded gently, likely during a calm period after the windier conditions that initially formed them. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  This broader aerial shot, taken from an aircraft heading north towards Helsinki, captures the expansive geography of Tallinn s coastline. The large landmass stretching into the sea on the left is the Kopli Peninsula. Once an industrial zone, it is now a rapidly developing area with trendy neighborhoods like Kalamaja (closer to the center) and burgeoning cultural hubs. The calm, blue waters of Tallinn Bay dominate the background, illustrating the city s intimate connection with the Baltic Sea. Further in the distance, beyond Kopli, one can see the tip of the Paljassaare Peninsula, known for its bird conservation area and beaches. The area in the foreground, characterized by a regular grid of streets and lower-rise buildings (many of them historic wooden houses), is the Kalamaja district. On the coastline to the right, the massive concrete hangars of the Seaplane Harbour museum are visible, a key maritime landmark. Near the Seaplane Harbour, the curved, defensive walls of the Patarei Sea Fortress (a former prison) stand on the water s edge, marking a grim but significant historical site. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Estonia, October 17, 2025  Spiral trail left by a freshwater mussel on a beach near Kurort which is a specific behavioral trace often associated with disorientation or stress. When these simple organisms lack a strong environmental cue (like a clear water current to guide them), their movement becomes less directional. Without a "current signal" to orient against (rheotaxis), their left/right muscular asymmetry can cause them to drift continually to one side, resulting in a tightening spiral. This behavior is sometimes colloquially called a "death spiral," though that is a dramatic term. It often occurs when a mussel is stranded in shallow water or exposed sediment and is desperately trying to find deeper water or a suitable substrate to burrow into. The spiral indicates the mussel has been moving for a sustained period without success, expending significant energy. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Serene autumn scene at Laskovy Beach (Russian: Laskovyy Plyazh) in the settlement of Solnechnoe, located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, approximately 40 kilometers northwest of Saint Petersburg. Laskovy Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the Kurortny District of Saint Petersburg. The name "Laskovy" translates to "Affectionate" or "Tender," while the settlement name, Solnechnoe, means "Sunny". This area has a rich history as a summer resort destination; formerly known as the Finnish village of Ollila, it became a hub for St. Petersburg s intelligentsia and dacha owners in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image shows a trio of birch trees with vibrant yellow and orange leaves, which is characteristic of the "Golden Autumn" season in the Leningrad Region during early-to-mid October. The golden leaves contrast strikingly with the blue sky and the dark blue waters of the Gulf. The large white concrete sphere on the sand is a landscaping feature. Russia, October 9, 2025  View towards Repino from the Laskovy Beach area in Solnechnoe highlighting a transition in the coastal landscape of the Gulf of Finland, marked by rugged natural textures and distinct geological features typical of the Karelian Isthmus shoreline. Unlike the wide, smooth sandy expanses of the main Laskovy Beach, the stretch towards Repino is characterized by a "stony belt" of glacial boulders and pebbles. The rocks visible in the shallow water and on the sand--primarily rapakivi granite and gneiss--are glacial erratics left behind by retreating ice sheets. Their reddish and grey hues (wet from the waves) contrast sharply with the rust-colored sand. Several hooded crows (Corvus cornix) are visible foraging along the shoreline. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Gulf of Finland coastline, with shallow waters and glacial boulders. Behind the rocky beach, there is a zone of Common Reed (Phragmites australis), which is ubiquitous along the Neva Bay coast. The trees include Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris)--the tall conifer with orange bark on the right--and Black Alder or Birch, which are typical for these damp, sandy soils. The pines here are often twisted by the strong westerly winds. Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Gulf of Finland coastline, with a zone of Common Reed (Phragmites australis) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Fruit of yellow water-lily (Nuphar lutea) found on a beach between Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 30, 2016  Flowers of water crowfoot (Batrachium circinatum, Russian name Shelkovnik) found on a beach between Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 30, 2016  Graffiti series, located on the concrete retaining wall separating the beach from the promenade along the Gulf of Finland (near the Sestroretsk Resort or "Kurort" area) which is a fanciful and nostalgic mural composition featuring whimsical animals and nature motifs. This segment shows a yellow-orange cat perched comfortably on a tree branch. The surrounding trees are depicted with vertical, textured strokes, suggesting a dense birch or pine forest typical of the Karelian Isthmus. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Graffiti series, located on the concrete retaining wall separating the beach from the promenade along the Gulf of Finland (near the Sestroretsk Resort or "Kurort" area) which is a fanciful and nostalgic mural composition featuring whimsical animals and nature motifs. It is a more abstract section, featuring dynamic bursts of color (yellow, orange, and white) that resemble explosions, splashes, or perhaps stylized sunbeams breaking through clouds. These bright, energetic forms add a sense of movement to the otherwise static scenes. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Dark patterns on a beach in shallow waters that are a classic example of heavy mineral sorting (often called a "placer" formation). Gradient Effect: One can clearly see the "tail" of the sorting process, where the black mineral density decreases, creating a dusty or shadowed effect over the golden sand. Micro-relief: The lighter sand patches appear slightly raised or pillowy (like small dunes), while the darker heavy minerals settle into the troughs and lower edges, outlining the relief. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Aerial view of Tallinn. The heart of the image is the medieval Old Town, identifiable by its dense cluster of red-tiled roofs, church spires (including the tall St. Olaf s Church), and the fortified Toompea Hill. Surrounding the Old Town are the modern high-rises of the financial district (left foreground), including the Swisso^tel and Tornima"e towers. To the right, the Port of Tallinn (Vanasadam) stretches out into the Baltic Sea, with ferries and cruise ships visible. The sweeping coastline of the Tallinn Bay dominates the background. The clear blue sky and the calm sea suggest a crisp, sunny morning. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Estonia, October 17, 2025  Dark patterns on a beach in shallow waters that are a classic example of heavy mineral sorting (often called a "placer" formation). Heavy Mineral Patterns: Dark, flame-like streaks of black and purplish sand (magnetite, ilmenite, and garnet) sorted by wave action. Quartz-Feldspar Base: A background of lighter golden-brown sand composed of quartz and feldspar grains. Hydrodynamic Sorting: Intricate shapes created by the "swash and backwash" of waves, which wash away lighter grains and leave heavier minerals behind. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Seeds of yellow water-lily (Nuphar lutea) between Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 30, 2016  Panoramic view from the Tarkhovka shoreline that looks north-west across the Sestroretsky Razliv (Lake Sestroretsk) toward the city of Sestroretsk. This view captures the dual nature of Sestroretsk: a historic resort town with natural beauty (the lake, reeds, and stones) juxtaposed with modern urban infrastructure (heating plant and high-rise housing). "Three Chimneys" (Center): The most prominent industrial feature is the cluster of three tall red-and-white striped chimneys. These belong to the Sestroretsk District Heating Plant (part of the city s thermal infrastructure). Residential Towers (Left of Chimneys): The tall, beige-and-orange brick apartment buildings are part of the modern residential developments in Sestroretsk, likely along Tokarevskaya Street or the Razliv microdistrict. Church of Peter and Paul (Far Right): On the far right horizon. This is a modern church (consecrated in 2009) built in memory of the Russian submariners. "Pyramid" Building (Far Left): On the far left, there is a distinctive white building with a stepped, pyramid-like shape. This is likely the "Eden" (Edem) residential complex or a similar luxury apartment block, which is known for its terraced architecture. Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Rebuilding of the Forest Building (Russian: Lesnoy Korpus) in a major reconstruction project at the historic Sestroretsk Resort (Sestroretsky Kurort). The original Sestroretsk Resort was a famous health spa complex founded in 1898 by engineer Peter Avenarius. It featured several grand wooden structures, including a massive Kursaal (concert hall), a mud bath facility, and the Forest Building. The resort was a hub for St. Petersburg s elite and intelligentsia in the early 20th century. The original Forest Building was a beautiful wooden hotel and sanatorium building constructed in the early 1900s. It was a key part of the ensemble but was destroyed during World War II. The new structure faithfully replicates the "Northern Art Nouveau" style of the original resort architecture, characterized by its complex roofline, spires, towers, and wooden detailing that harmonizes with the surrounding pine forest and dunes. The exterior appears nearly complete, showing the elaborate wooden facade, the large central dome, and the corner towers with their needle-like spires. The scaffolding indicates that finishing work is still in progress. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Dark patterns on a beach in shallow waters that are a classic example of heavy mineral sorting (often called a "placer" formation). Heavy Mineral Streaks: The dark purplish-black areas are concentrated deposits of heavy minerals (magnetite, ilmenite, garnet). Light Mineral Patches: The beige/tan areas are the lighter quartz and feldspar sands. Flow Patterns: The sand is sculpted into fluid, wavy shapes ("swash marks"), showing exactly where water flowed and separated the grains based on density. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  A swamp near Sestroretsk, near Razliv Lake, in Sestroretsk area west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2017  A rare view underneath the Visconti Bridge, revealing its dual function as a dam (plotina). The metal sluice gate system shown here is what controls the water level of the Slavyanka River. By regulating the flow through these gates, the park engineers could artificially raise the water level upstream, creating the wide, mirror-like "lake" seen in the previous images. Pavlovsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 6, 2025  Iron oxides in water on a beach near Sestroretsk. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 12, 2017  Iron oxides and bubbles in water on a beach near Sestroretsk. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 12, 2017  Sand ripples on a beach near Sestroretsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 19, 2011  Graffiti series, located on the concrete retaining wall separating the beach from the promenade along the Gulf of Finland (near the Sestroretsk Resort or "Kurort" area) which is a fanciful and nostalgic mural composition featuring whimsical animals and nature motifs. A distinct horizontal band runs across part of the mural, depicting a long, grey commuter train (possibly an elektrichka) traveling through a green landscape. This element likely references the vital railway connection between St. Petersburg and the resort towns of the Kurortny District, a familiar sight for locals and visitors. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Seabeach sandwort (Honckenya peploides) in sand behind reeds on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Graffiti series, located on the concrete retaining wall separating the beach from the promenade along the Gulf of Finland (near the Sestroretsk Resort or "Kurort" area) which is a fanciful and nostalgic mural composition featuring whimsical animals and nature motifs. This section features a large bear with a cub, rendered in a sketch-like style with soft shading. The bears are set against a background of rolling green hills and a cloudy sky, evoking a gentle, fairytale forest atmosphere. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Blooming seabeach sandwort (Honckenya peploides) in sand behind reeds on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Dunes and Gulf of Finland between Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk at windy day. Near Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 1, 2001  This aerial view captures the Tapiola district in Espoo, Finland, just west of Helsinki. Known as a "garden city," Tapiola is famous for its unique urban planning that blends modern architecture with extensive green spaces. Central Basin (Keskusallas): The large body of water in the left-center is the artificial pool or basin at the heart of Tapiola s center. It is surrounded by key landmarks like the Espoo Cultural Centre and the iconic Tapiola Garden Hotel. The image clearly shows the "garden city" concept in action: high-rise apartment blocks (typically white) are scattered amongst dense patches of forest and parks, rather than being packed into tight grids. In the foreground (bottom left), the coastline features marinas and residential areas, likely parts of the affluent Westend or Haukilahti neighborhoods, known for their seaside location. The major road running horizontally through the upper middle is likely La"nsiva"yla" (Western Highway), the main artery connecting Espoo to Helsinki city center (which would be to the right/east). View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Finland, October 17, 2025  Colony of plants of seabeach sandwort (Honckenya peploides) in sand behind reeds on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Aspen leaves floating in water near Razliv Lake, in Sestroretsk area west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2017  Yellow and red aspen leaves in water near Razliv Lake, in Sestroretsk area west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2017  Sand ripples near Sestroretsk, a suburb of Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 19, 2011  Clouds over Sestroretsk from a spit in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024  Side view of clustered bonnet mushrooms (Mycena inclinata) on an oak stump in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Torn fibrecap mushrooms (Inocybe lacera) on overgrown sandy beach near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Gulf of Finland and Sestroretsk from a spit in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024  Young torn fibrecap mushrooms (Inocybe lacera) on overgrown sandy beach near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Close-up of torn fibrecap mushrooms (Inocybe lacera) on overgrown sandy beach near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Underside of torn fibrecap mushrooms (Inocybe lacera) on overgrown sandy beach near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Common fieldcap mushrooms (Agrocybe pediades) in grass on a sandy beach near bushes near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Common fieldcap mushrooms (Agrocybe pediades) in grass on a sandy beach (photo with flash) near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Underside of common fieldcap mushrooms (Agrocybe pediades) in grass on a sandy beach near bushes near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  Close-up of common fieldcap mushrooms (Agrocybe pediades) in grass on a sandy beach near bushes near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 29, 2021  This is the interior of St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste kirik), now a museum of medieval art, looking towards the east end of the nave. The centerpiece is the magnificent High Altar retable (visible in the distance), a masterpiece of late medieval art created by the workshop of Lu"beck master Hermen Rode between 1478 and 1481. It is one of the largest and best-preserved altarpieces of its kind in Europe, measuring over six meters wide when fully open. The artwork depicts the lives of St. Nicholas and St. Victor, alongside more than thirty sculptures of saints. Coat-of-Arms Epitaphs: The white limestone walls of the nave are adorned with a unique collection of large, colorful coat-of-arms epitaphs (seen on the right wall). These were dedicated to wealthy local merchants and nobility from the 17th and 18th centuries, serving as memorials for those buried within the church. Estonia, October 16, 2025  Spores of beefsteak fungus (Fistulina hepatica) collected earlier 10/9/2025 in Dubki Park, Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  Accumulation of melting ice with sand in Gulf of Finland near Dubki Park in Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, April 11, 2017  A fort in Gulf of Finland near Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk. Near Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 1, 2001  Gulf of Finland between Solnechnoe and Sestroretsk at windy day. Near Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 1, 2001  Aerial view of the Schweizerland Alps in East Greenland, likely near the Sermilik Fjord region. The jagged, snow-covered peaks visible in the foreground are part of the Schweizerland mountain range (also known as the Schweizerland Alps). This is one of the highest and most alpine regions in Greenland, located just west of the town of Tasiilaq. The image shows deep valleys filled with snow and ice, with massive glaciers flowing down from the high peaks towards the fjords. The interplay of sharp ridges (are^tes) and ice-filled basins (cirques) creates a classic, high-alpine landscape that rivals the European Alps in ruggedness but on a much wilder scale. The large body of water visible in the background (center-right) is likely Sermilik Fjord, a major fjord known for being choked with icebergs calved from the Helheim and other glaciers. The water reflects the sunlight, creating a bright contrast against the darker mountains. View from a window of an airplane from Helsinki to Dallas, Greenland, October 17, 2025  Sand ryegrass (Leymus arenarius, Russian name Volosnets peschany) in Tarkhovka near Sestroretsk. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 15, 2017  Spores (in KOH, spore print orange) of spectacular rustgill mushrooms (Gymnopilus junonius) collected earlier 10/9/2025 in Dubki Park, Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  Gulf of Finland and Sestroretsk from Tarkhovka spit in Tarkhovka Park, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 2, 2024  Shells of sea snails on a beach near guard station in Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2016  Brick tuft mushrooms (Hypholoma lateritium) in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Wild roses on the beach and Sestra River in Sestroretsk, 15 miles north-west from Sankt Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2000  Sand ripples and sand mounds at sunrise near Sealine Beach Resort near Mesaieed, view to north-west. Southern Qatar, July 10, 2015  Spores (spore print white) of yellowleg bonnet mushrooms (Mycena epipterygia) collected earlier 10/3/2025 in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  Forget-me-not flowers on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 30, 2016  Shells of freshwater mussels on a beach near guard station in Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2016  Golden waxcap mushrooms (Hygrocybe chlorophana) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Snowy waxcap mushrooms (Cuphophyllus virgineus) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Terracotta hedgehog mushrooms (Hydnum rufescens) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Clustered bonnet mushrooms (Mycena inclinata) on an oak stump in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Yellowleg bonnet mushrooms (Mycena epipterygia) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Veiled poisonpie mushrooms (Hebeloma mesophaeum) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Polypore mushrooms Alder bracket (Xanthoporia radiata) in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Alder bracket mushrooms (Xanthoporia radiata) on a tree in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Winecork brittlegill mushrooms (Russula adusta)(?) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Beefsteak mushrooms (Fistulina hepatica) growing a huge old oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Spores (in KOH, spore print brown) of Conocybe(?) mushrooms collected earlier 10/3/2025 on black soil, under spruce trees in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  Shells of freshwater mussels and snails on a beach near guard station in Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2016  Pores of mature beefsteak fungus (Fistulina hepatica) from a huge old oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Broken mature beefsteak fungus (Fistulina hepatica) on a huge old oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Underside of polypore mushrooms Alder bracket (Xanthoporia radiata) in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Spectacular rustgill mushrooms (Gymnopilus junonius) at the base of a large oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Underside of anise mazegill mushroom (Gloeophyllum odoratum) in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Wide spread autumn flowers of pancratium near Mediterranean beach in southern Ashkelon. The Middle East, September 19, 2001  Cypress-leaved Plait-moss (Hypnum cupressiforme) on bark of a large oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Powderpuff bracket mushrooms (Postia ptychogaster) at the base of a tree in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Section of spectacular rustgill mushrooms (Gymnopilus junonius) at the base of a large oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Slime mold Trichia decipiens in its immature (developing) stage in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Underside of spectacular rustgill mushrooms (Gymnopilus junonius) at the base of a large oak in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Bitter bracket mushroom (Postia stiptica) on a spruce stump in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Caps of polypore mushrooms Alder bracket (Xanthoporia radiata) on a tree in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Giant conifer parchment fungus (Phlebiopsis gigantea) on a broken pine in Dubki Park. Sestroretsk near Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 9, 2025  Anise mazegill mushroom (Gloeophyllum odoratum) on a spruce stump in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Lion shield mushrooms (Pluteus leoninus) on wood chips in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Sand crab in shallow water near village of Al Jumail (Jumayl) west of Ruwais on northwest coast. Qatar, September 20, 2014  Spores (in KOH, spore print light brown) of Lion shield mushrooms (Pluteus leoninus) collected earlier 10/3/2025 on wood chips of spruce in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  Spores (in KOH, spore print light brown) of conifer shield mushrooms (Pluteus pouzarianus) collected earlier 10/3/2025 on a forest road under spruce in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 19, 2025  View of Gulf of Finland from Dybki Park in Sestroretsk, 15 miles north-west from Sankt Petersburg. Russia, October 2, 2000  Seashore dock (Rumex maritimus) behind reeds on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 7, 2024  Seashore dock (Rumex maritimus) behind reeds on a beach in Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Gills of Conocybe(?) mushrooms among grass on black soil, under spruce trees in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Small dark brown webcap (Cortinarius) mushrooms together with Cliticybe(?) on moss in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Underside of Lion shield mushrooms (Pluteus leoninus) on wood chips in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Underside of Conocybe(?) mushrooms among grass on black soil, under spruce trees in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025  Conifer shield mushrooms (Pluteus pouzarianus) on a forest road under spruce in Tarkhovka Park near Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, October 3, 2025 |
