Alpine invertebrates must adapt to survive the cold. Here are five to pique your interest. By Lily Duval Life is tough above the treeline. Freezing temperatures and snow are common, and scree, rocks and low-growing plants offer little protection for critters seeking shelter. Despite these challenges, a rugged band of invertebrates calls the mountains home. […]
About the author
Lily Duval
Lily Duval is an author and artist with a relentless enthusiasm for bugs, tramping and the natural world. She has a Master of Arts in English from the University of Canterbury. She writes and illustrates for a range of conservation organisations and creates content for RNZ’s Critter of the Week. Her favourite tramping treat is a stroopwaffle with a cup of hot chocolate.
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
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