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Insects trapped in lingering snow and ice deposits were photographed on the 3,000-meter-high Karabet Pass in Van's Bahcesaray district, where the images show a fragile struggle for survival in eastern Türkiye.
The photographs show insects caught within remaining snow and ice deposits on Karabet Pass, a high mountain route in Van province. At about 3,000 meters above sea level, the pass still holds pockets of frozen ground even in summer.
In the images, different insects appear suspended, trapped or moving across the icy surface, turning a small natural scene into a striking close-up record.
The frozen background makes the insects stand out clearly, while also showing the difficult conditions they face.
Karabet Pass lies in the Bahcesaray district, a mountainous area of Van in eastern Türkiye.
Their presence on the frozen deposits creates a sharp contrast between summer life and winter-like remains.
Insects trapped within lingering snow and ice deposits continue their struggle for survival on the 3,000-meter-high Karabet Pass.
Taken together, the images document an unusual moment from Türkiye's eastern highlands, where lingering ice, mountain climate and insect life meet in the same frame.
The result is a concise visual story of survival on Karabet Pass.
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