Tree Frog

Though I am trying to sell my cross photos in various ways, I'm not sure this one has much commercial value. But I'm astounded by the iris's intricacy in the eye of this tree frog (or is it a toad?). The black pupil, the orange and black criss-cross iris, and the round orange typanic membane (eardrum) and various patches of skin provide the colors and textures.

Making a cross out of this humble little creature reminds me that even the most insignificant parts of God's creation are marvelously detailed works of art. And if God put this much care and design into a tree frog, perhaps we should not de-value ourselves.

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