Antique Framed Print : Song Thrush - bashing a snail to break shell - on manhole cover - Isles of Scilly - UK
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Song Thrush - bashing a snail to break shell - on manhole cover - Isles of Scilly - UK
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Song Thrush - bashing a snail to break shell - on manhole cover
Isles of Scilly - UK
Turdus philomelos
David Chapman
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way.
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Atlantic Ocean Avian Beak Break Colours Feather Food In Beak Food In Mouth Garden Bird Garden Birds Holding Legs Natural Natural History Ornithology Plumage Predator And Prey Predators Predators And Prey Rural Scilly Isles Shell Snail Snails Song Thrush Thrush Thrushes Wings Bash Manhole Cover
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.
Feathered Foodie - Song Thrush Takes Snail Smashing to the Streets of Scilly!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by wildlife enthusiast David Chapman, we witness a true culinary connoisseur in action. Meet our avian maestro, the Song Thrush, showcasing its unique dining technique on an unexpected stage - a manhole cover! With feathers ruffled and beak poised for action, this feathery food lover proves that fine dining knows no bounds. Armed with precision and determination, our thrush takes center stage as it expertly bashes a snail against the unforgiving shell-breaking surface. As if straight out of a wild gastronomic adventure, this delightful display showcases nature's ingenious ways. The vibrant plumage of our protagonist adds splashes of color to an otherwise ordinary urban setting while its keen eye remains focused on the task at hand. Witnessing such natural behavior reminds us that even in bustling cities like Scilly Isles in the UK, wildlife can surprise us with their resourcefulness and adaptability. It's a reminder that beauty and wonder are not confined to exotic landscapes but can be found right outside our doorstep. So next time you stroll through your neighborhood or pass by a seemingly mundane manhole cover, remember to keep your eyes peeled for unexpected encounters with Mother Nature's finest performers – like this talented Song Thrush who turns snail smashing into an art form!
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