Framed Print : Picture No. 11073951
Framed Photos from Ardea
Picture No. 11073951
Pontic Blue Butterflies with a Dingy Skipper mud-puddling Yaylalar Valley, Kaskar, Pontic Alps, north-east Turkey
Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment
Media ID 11754359
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Butterflies Butterfly Drinking Lepidoptera Mineral Polyommatus Salts Skipper Turkey Acids Amino Dingy Pontic Puddling Sodium
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the enchanting beauty of the Pontic Alps to your home with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints. Feast your eyes on "Picture No. 11073951" by Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment. Witness the captivating dance of Pontic Blue Butterflies and a Dingy Skipper as they mud-puddle in the Yaylalar Valley. This stunning, rights-managed image transports you to the breathtaking landscapes of north-east Turkey. Our Framed Prints are not only beautifully presented but also made with premium quality materials, ensuring your artwork remains vibrant and protected for years to come.
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 25.9cm (15.6" x 10.2")
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.
Fluttering in the Mud - A Colorful Gathering of Pontic Blue Butterflies and a Dingy Skipper
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this whimsical snapshot captured in the breathtaking Yaylalar Valley of north-east Turkey, we witness an enchanting sight that seems straight out of a fairytale. The air is abuzz with excitement as a group of vibrant Pontic Blue Butterflies and their playful companion, the Dingy Skipper, engage in a peculiar behavior known as mud-puddling. With delicate wings shimmering like sapphire gems, these European beauties have descended upon the muddy ground to indulge in their favorite pastime – drinking mineral-rich salts found within the earth's embrace. It's almost as if they've discovered nature's very own secret watering hole! As they gracefully dip their proboscises into the cool mud, one can't help but marvel at their ingenious strategy for obtaining essential amino acids and sodium. Amidst laughter and camaraderie, these winged creatures share tales from afar while replenishing themselves with Mother Nature's nourishment. The scene is nothing short of magical; it reminds us that even amidst life's challenges, there are moments when we can find joy by embracing our quirks and indulging in simple pleasures. So let us raise our imaginary glasses filled with mineral-laden mud to celebrate these delightful insects who remind us to take time for playfulness and appreciate nature's wonders!
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