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Canvas Print : Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a bee mimic, nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly
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Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a bee mimic, nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly
Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a bee mimic, nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly (Silene compacta). Picks up pollen on hairy body. Russian Caucasus. June
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21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Beehold the captivating beauty of nature with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, captured by renowned nature photographer Heather Angel from the Nature Picture Library, showcases the intriguing Bee Beetle (Trichius fasciatus) in action. Deceptively mimicking a bee, the Bee Beetle gracefully nectars on an Umbel-flowered Catchfly (Silene compacta) in the Russian Caucasus during the month of June. Add this exquisite piece to your home decor and bring the wonders of nature right into your living 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 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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.
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Nature's Best Impersonator - The Bee Beetle and its Floral Deception
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. In this snapshot captured by Heather Angel, we witness the fascinating world of mimicry in action. Meet the charismatic Bee Beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a master of disguise who has perfected the art of imitating bees to fool both predators and unsuspecting flowers. Here, our clever insect protagonist is caught red-handed, or rather pink-petaled, nectaring on an Umbel-flowered catchfly (Silene compacta). With its furry body covered in pollen, it becomes clear that this little trickster isn't just after a sweet treat – it's also playing a vital role in pollination. Hailing from the Russian Caucasus region during June, this bee mimic showcases intricate patterns and vibrant colors that make it almost indistinguishable from its buzzing counterparts. From afar, one might mistake it for an industrious bee hard at work. But don't be fooled! Zooming in closer reveals the true identity of this charming creature – a beetle belonging to the scarab family. Its presence among delicate petals adds an unexpected twist to nature's tapestry. So next time you stumble upon a flower bed buzzing with activity, take a moment to appreciate these incredible actors of nature. After all, even beetles can have their own "beetlemania" moments!
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