This image shows a large tree fern, looking up through the fronds.

The sun was shining through and formed interesting patterns and colour.

Cyathea australis, also known as the Rough Tree Fern, is a species of tree fern native to south-eastern Australia. The massive erect trunk grows up to 12m tall. Fronds are bi- or tripinnate and may reach 4-6m in length.

Captured in the Blue Mountains National Park, NSW, Australia.

Canon G12, as is.

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