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Antique Framed Print : Flesh Fly, feeding on fruit juice spilt on table and showing extended proboscis. Breed in carrion and decaying vegetable matter. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Flesh Fly, feeding on fruit juice spilt on table and showing extended proboscis. Breed in carrion and decaying vegetable matter. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4547
Flesh Fly, feeding on fruit juice spilt on table and showing extended proboscis
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Sarcophaga sp.
Breed in carrion and decaying vegetable matter.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Media ID 1310720
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Diptera Flies Proboscis South Africa Tongue Tongues Sarcophagidae True Fly
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 24.7cm (14.6" x 9.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Who needs a straw when you've got an extended proboscis? This Flesh Fly from Grahamstown, South Africa knows how to make the most of a fruity feast! With its impressive tongue-like appendage, it's sipping up every last drop of that spilled fruit juice on the table. Talk about being resourceful! But don't be fooled by its elegant dining habits – this fly has some rather peculiar breeding preferences. Carrion and decaying vegetable matter are its go-to spots for starting a family. Who knew flies could have such unique taste in real estate? Captured by photographer Alan Weaving, this snapshot showcases the fascinating wildlife found in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It's proof that even insects can steal the show with their incredible adaptations. So next time you spill your drink, keep an eye out for these talented little creatures ready to lend a helping. . . or feeding. . . proboscis! Just remember not to mention any commercial use or confuse them with any other ASW-4547s out there – this one is all about showcasing nature's quirkiest moments.
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