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Antique Framed Print : Picture No. 10857153
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Picture No. 10857153
HOVERFLY Larvae - eating greenfly (pea aphids) (Episyrphus balteatus ) Date
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Media ID 10494752
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Aphid Aphids Catching Flies Greenflies Greenfly Hoverflies Hoverfly Kill Larva Larvae Predators Balteatus Episyrphus
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.1cm (14.6" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Tiny Assassins - Hoverfly Larvae Take Out the Greenfly Gang!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a thrilling scene straight out of a miniature action movie. Meet the hoverfly larvae, the undisputed superheroes of the insect world! Armed with their insatiable appetite for justice and pea aphids (also known as greenflies), these tiny warriors are on a mission to save gardens everywhere. With their vibrant yellow and black stripes, these young hoverflies blend in perfectly amidst the lush greenery. But don't be fooled by their innocent appearance – they're deadly predators in disguise! In an epic display of nature's balance, they swoop down upon unsuspecting greenflies like lightning bolts, snatching them up with precision. The pea aphids never stood a chance against these voracious hunters. With each meal devoured by our fearless heroes, gardens are saved from potential devastation caused by these pesky pests. It's predator versus prey in an enthralling battle for survival! Captured in stunning detail by Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment photographers, this print showcases not only the incredible beauty of nature but also its intricate web of life. So next time you spot one of these remarkable hoverfly larvae patrolling your garden, give them a standing ovation for their tireless efforts in keeping our ecosystem thriving!
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