Framed Print : Heather Beetle - On leaf Damages native Heather in Scotland Location: Scotland, UK
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Heather Beetle - On leaf Damages native Heather in Scotland Location: Scotland, UK
SPH-3321
Heather BEETLE - on leaf
Location: Scotland, UK
Lochmaea suturalis
Damages native Heather in Scotland. A periodic pest which destroys heather by ring barking the plant. Recent mild, wet winters and summers have increased the severity of their predation which leaves the plants looking brown in August and then grey over the winter.
Steve Hopkin
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Anatomy Beetle Beetles Pest Pests Scotland Sections Segment Segments In Garden
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Discover the beauty and intrigue of the natural world with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece, titled "Heather Beetle - on leaf" by Steve Hopkin of Ardea Wildlife, showcases the Lochmaea suturalis beetle in its native habitat in Scotland, UK. Known as a periodic pest, the Heather Beetle damages native Heather by ring barking the plant. Add this captivating print to your home or office to bring a piece of Scotland's unique ecosystem into your space. Each Framed Print is expertly crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting display.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.1cm (15.6" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
SPH-3321 - The Heather Beetle - Nature's Tiny Leaf Vandal!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot by Steve Hopkin, we witness the mischievous antics of a notorious troublemaker in the Scottish wilderness. Meet SPH-3321, also known as the Heather Beetle – a minuscule insect with an insatiable appetite for native heather plants. As our tiny protagonist perches delicately on a leaf, it becomes evident that this beetle is no ordinary garden visitor. With its vibrant colors and intricate anatomy divided into distinct segments, SPH-3321 exudes an air of confidence and mischief. However, don't let its diminutive size fool you! This seemingly harmless creature wreaks havoc on Scotland's beloved heather ecosystem. Its voracious nibbling habits leave behind visible damages to these iconic plants that dot the picturesque landscapes of Scotland. Caught in action against a backdrop of lush greenery, this print serves as both evidence and artistry. It reminds us that even within the tiniest corners of nature lies immense power to shape our environment. So next time you stroll through Scotland's breathtaking scenery or tend to your own garden across Europe, keep an eye out for these pint-sized pests disguised as enchanting beetles like SPH-3321. They may be small in stature but possess an unruly appetite capable of transforming entire landscapes – one leaf at a time!
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