Fine Art Print : Birch Shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus) fifth and final instar nymph, cleaning antennae with front legs
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Birch Shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus) fifth and final instar nymph, cleaning antennae with front legs
Birch Shieldbug (Elasmostethus interstinctus) fifth and final instar nymph, cleaning antennae with front legs, on leaf in garden, Bexleyheath, Kent, England, August
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671915
© FLPA/Dave Pressland
Acanthosomatidae Antenna Antennae Bugs Clean Cleaning Cleans Feeler Feelers Final Garden Gardens Groom Grooming Grooms Instar Instars Kent Nymph Nymphs Shield Bug Shield Bugs Shieldbug Shieldbugs Squash Bug Squashbug Squashbugs Bexleyheath
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.5cm x 59.4cm (15.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
Bug Spa Day - Birch Shieldbug Nymph Gets Pampered in Kent Garden!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this delightful snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Dave Pressland, we witness the ultimate grooming session of a Birch Shieldbug nymph in Bexleyheath, Kent. This little critter is taking self-care to a whole new level as it meticulously cleans its antennae with its front legs. With the picturesque English garden serving as a backdrop, this European beauty seems to be enjoying some well-deserved R&R. The summer sun shines down on our shieldbug friend, creating the perfect ambiance for an insect spa day. As the fifth and final instar nymph of its species, this bug has reached peak cuteness and sophistication. Its delicate movements and attention to detail while cleaning its feelers demonstrate just how important personal hygiene is even in the insect world. The lush green leaf acts as both a stage and a sanctuary for our tiny protagonist's cleansing ritual. With every stroke of those dainty front legs, it's clear that no dirt or debris will stand between this shieldbug and perfectly groomed antennae! So next time you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed, take inspiration from this adorable Birch Shieldbug nymph. Find your own leafy oasis and indulge in some much-needed self-care – because even bugs deserve a little pampering!
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