Canvas Print : Cone-head Mantis - nymph in the night - Italy
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Cone-head Mantis - nymph in the night - Italy
RD-279
Cone-head Mantis - nymph in the night
Italy
Empusa pennata
Giacomo Radi
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Media ID 8158951
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Camouflaged Cone Head Mantis Conehead Mantis Dark Italian Italy Look Alike Mantii Mantis Mantises Mediterranean Mimicry Night Nymph Praying Mantis Protection Stick Like Ugly Unusual
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the enchanting world of Ardea Wildlife to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This stunning image captures the mysterious beauty of a Cone-head Mantis nymph, hunting in the night of Italy. Taken by renowned wildlife photographer Giacomo Radi, this Empusa pennata print is a must-have for any nature lover or collector. Contact us at prints@ardea.com or call +44 (0) 20 8672 2067 to order and bring this captivating work of art into your space.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
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.
Nighttime Shenanigans - Italy's Mysterious Cone-head Mantis Strikes a Pose!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Giacomo Radi, we are transported to the enchanting darkness of an Italian night. Amidst the Mediterranean wilderness, a tiny creature emerges from the shadows - behold, the elusive RD-279, also known as the Cone-head Mantis nymph! With its stick-like appearance and uncanny mimicry skills, this peculiar insect is a master of disguise. Camouflaged against lush greenery, it blends seamlessly with its surroundings like a true ninja of nature. Its unique cone-shaped head adds to its mystique and gives it an otherworldly charm. Alone in its nocturnal escapades, our little mantis friend seems to be taking a momentary break from its stealthy adventures. Perched delicately on a plant leaf, it looks both unusual and strangely endearing – proof that beauty can indeed be found in even the most unconventional forms. As we gaze at this remarkable snapshot of European wildlife, let us marvel at nature's incredible diversity and ingenuity. The Cone-head Mantis reminds us that appearances can deceive; what may seem ugly or strange at first glance often holds hidden wonders waiting to be discovered. So next time you find yourself wandering through Italy's moonlit landscapes, keep your eyes peeled for these fascinating creatures who thrive under cover of darkness. Who knows what secrets they hold?
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