Antique Framed Print : Malaria mosquito, Anopheles gambiae, feeding
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Malaria mosquito, Anopheles gambiae, feeding
Malaria mosquito feeding. Female Anopheles gambiae mosquito biting into human skin to take a blood meal. Anopheles mosquitoes transmit malaria. The parasite responsible for malaria (Plasmodium) is carried in the female mosquitos saliva. Female mosquitoes have a long proboscis adapted for piercing human skin to suck blood. Anopheles mosquitoes have long legs and assume a characteristic posture during feeding. The hind legs are not anchored to the victims skin and the head is held at an angle. Malaria is a major health problem and a killer disease in Africa, Asia and South America
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Media ID 6461546
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Anopheles Anopheles Gambiae Bite Feeding Insecta Mosquito
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.8cm (9.6" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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
This print captures the intricate moment of a female Anopheles gambiae mosquito, commonly known as the malaria mosquito, in the act of feeding. With its long proboscis delicately piercing human skin to extract a blood meal, this tiny insect plays a significant role in transmitting malaria. The saliva of these mosquitoes carries the Plasmodium parasite responsible for causing this deadly disease. The image showcases not only the mosquito's feeding behavior but also highlights its unique anatomy and characteristic posture during this process. With long legs elegantly positioned and hind legs unanchored from the victim's skin, it assumes an intriguing stance while nourishing itself. Malaria remains a major health concern and killer disease across Africa, Asia, and South America. This photograph serves as a reminder of both the beauty and danger that coexist within nature. It sheds light on the crucial role insects play in our ecosystem while emphasizing their potential impact on human lives. As we marvel at this remarkable snapshot captured by Science Photo Library, let us remember that behind its aesthetic appeal lies an urgent call for continued research and efforts to combat malaria worldwide.
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