Antique Framed Print : Napoleon Snake-eel (Ophichthus bonaparti) adult, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands
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Napoleon Snake-eel (Ophichthus bonaparti) adult, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands
Napoleon Snake-eel (Ophichthus bonaparti) adult, buried in black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9669891
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Black Sand Celebes Eels Fish Fishes Greater Sunda Islands Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Lembeh Muck Ophichthidae Pacific Sea Fish Sea Fishes Seabed Seabeds Sealife Snake Eel Snake Eels Sulawesi Sunda Underwater
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 24.6cm (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.
Unleashing the Napoleon of the Sea - A Sneaky Snake-eel Buried in Black Sand!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this underwater snapshot, we witness a truly remarkable creature lurking beneath the surface. Meet the Napoleon Snake-eel, also known as Ophichthus bonaparti – a true master of disguise! This adult eel has perfected its camouflage skills by burying itself deep within the black sand of Lembeh Straits in Sulawesi, Indonesia. With its sleek and slender body partially concealed, it's easy to see how this cunning serpent earned its name. Just like its namesake Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, this snake-eel possesses an air of authority and power that demands attention. As if straight out of a spy movie, our scaly friend blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Its dark complexion matches perfectly with the mysterious depths below, making it virtually invisible to unsuspecting prey or curious onlookers. The Lembeh Straits provide an ideal playground for these stealthy creatures. With crystal-clear waters and abundant marine life surrounding them, they can thrive in their natural habitat while keeping us humans guessing about their whereabouts. So next time you find yourself exploring the Sunda Islands' enchanting coastal waters or diving into Sulawesi's vibrant underwater world, keep your eyes peeled for these mesmerizing snake-eels buried beneath layers of black sand. They are nature's own secret agents – masters at hiding yet always ready to surprise us with their unique beauty!
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