Captured near the summit of Pico do Arieiro in Madeira's central massif, this image features the bleached skeletal remains of Tree Heath (Erica arborea), creating a stark 'ghost forest' likely resulting from past wildfires. The high-altitude vantage point overlooks deep volcanic valleys and a dramatic cloud inversion layer sitting above the Atlantic Ocean.
| Camera: | FUJIFILM X-T50 |
| Date Taken: | February 15, 2026 |
| Aperture: | f/11.0 |
| Focal Length: | 34.9mm |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/1250s |
| Used Lens: | SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary 021 |
| ISO: | 800 |
| Flash: | No |