Glass Place Mat : Damage to foliage of ornamental shrub caused by infestation of thrips. Silvering of leaf surface characteristic. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Damage to foliage of ornamental shrub caused by infestation of thrips. Silvering of leaf surface characteristic. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4559
Damage to foliage of ornamental shrub caused by infestation of thrips. Silvering of leaf surface characteristic
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Terebrantia
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Damage Leaf Leaves Pest Pests Shrub Shrubs South Africa Thrip Thrips Thysanoptera
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17cm (10" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Nature's Tiny Vampires - Thrips Strike Again in Grahamstown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Alan Weaving, we witness the aftermath of a fierce battle between an ornamental shrub and its minuscule nemesis - thrips! These mischievous insects have left their mark on the foliage, causing damage that is both intriguing and alarming. The silvering of the leaf surface is a telltale sign of thrip infestation. It's as if these tiny pests decided to add a touch of sparkle to their destructive work. But fear not, for this snapshot serves as a reminder that even the tiniest creatures can leave quite an impact! Grahamstown, located in South Africa's Eastern Cape, proves once again to be home to some fascinating wildlife encounters. While we often marvel at majestic animals roaming across vast savannas, it's equally important to appreciate the intricate battles happening right under our noses – or rather leaves! Let this image serve as a gentle reminder that nature always finds ways to surprise us. Whether it's through grandiose landscapes or microscopic dramas like this one, there is no shortage of wonders waiting to be discovered. So next time you stroll past your garden shrubs or admire plants in parks around Africa, spare a thought for these resilient little warriors fighting off pesky thrips – keeping our green spaces vibrant and reminding us that even in adversity, beauty persists!
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