snow patches melting along forest path with dark wet earth and scattered pine needles

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Snow patches melting along forest path with dark wet earth and scattered pine needles

Melting patches of snow line a forest path, revealing dark, wet earth beneath. Scattered pine needles cover the ground, creating a reddish-brown contrast. Tall trees with rough bark flank the path, their trunks casting shadows. Water pools reflect the surrounding landscape, hinting at early spring thaw. Overall, the scene captures the transition from winter to spring in a forest environment.