The Guardian's invertebrate of the year competition has sparked enthusiasm among readers, resulting in a wealth of nominations for a diverse range of invertebrate species, including insects, snails, and crustaceans. Despite the staggering 1.3 million species available for nomination, the editorial team curated a shortlist of ten notable candidates. The nominations reflect both admiration for these creatures' ecological contributions and a simultaneous commentary on societal issues, as many selected species symbolize resilience in difficult times, while some satirical submissions addressed political shortcomings, contrasting the strength of invertebrates with that of leaders lacking true backbone.
The nominations highlight the impressive resilience of invertebrates amid global challenges, showcasing species that thrive in extreme conditions while capturing readers’ imaginations through awe and inspiration.
Notably, one reader emphasized the ironic contrast of powerful figures lacking 'spines' while celebrating the sturdy, resilient nature of spineless creatures in our invertebrate of the year competition.
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