Moss

2 photos · 2008–2021

2 photographs tagged Moss, 2008–2021.

Bright green moss grows between gray brick pavers on a New York City street.
Moss between brick pavers on a New York City street. Brick paving was widely used on older city streets and industrial yards before asphalt became the standard surface. Vegetation commonly takes hold in the joints where moisture and limited foot or vehicle traffic allow growth.

Moss Filling the Joints of an Old Brick Street

Forest floor detail in Superior National Forest, Minnesota, showing pine needles, moss, and fallen leaves under sunlight filtering through trees.
The Superior National Forest in Minnesota is a vast protected area known for its extensive boreal forests and numerous lakes. Established in 1909, it spans over three million acres and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. The forest floor, covered in pine needles and moss, illustrates the rich biodiversity and natural processes that sustain this ecosystem. It serves as a critical habitat for wildlife and a significant area for conservation and outdoor activities.

Superior National Forest, Minnesota: Forest Floor Detail