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Picture No. 12020744
Hermit crab using a small plastic football ball as a shell. The hermit crabs use empty shells to protect the soft part of the abdomen to make it inaccessible to predators. But now, because of the huge plastic garbage scattered around the beaches, these an. Date
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.9cm x 24.4cm (8.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Crabby's New Game - Hermit Crab Scores a Touchdown with Plastic Football Shell!
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. In this hilarious snapshot, we witness the ingenious adaptation skills of our little friend, Mr. Hermit Crab. Tired of the same old boring shells, he decided to up his game and make a bold fashion statement by donning a small plastic football ball as his new shell! Who needs plain old seashells when you can rock the beach with some sporty style? While hermit crabs typically use empty shells for protection against predators, they have been forced to get creative due to the massive amounts of plastic garbage littering our beautiful beaches. Our resourceful hero here saw an opportunity in this oceanic mess and turned it into a comical masterpiece. With his tiny claws gripping onto the football's laces, Crabby struts along the sandy shore like a true MVP (Most Valuable Pincer). He might not be able to throw spirals or tackle opponents on the field, but he sure knows how to score big laughs from all who encounter him! Let this photo serve as a reminder that even in dire situations caused by pollution and marine litter, nature finds its own way to adapt and bring joy through humoristic moments like these. So next time you hit the beach, keep your eyes peeled for more unexpected surprises from our clever crustacean friends!
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