Greetings Card : A spider in its orb web
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A spider in its orb web
Orb web spider. An unidentified spider sitting in the middle of its web. This type of web, known as an orb web, is aimed exclusively at catching flying insects. An average orb web may contain 20 metres of silk fixed at 1, 000 junctions, yet still weighs less than half a milligram. The web needs constant renewal as its threads become damaged by prey, and the adhesive properties of the viscid, sticky spirals are reduced after a couple of days. Photographed on a peat bog in British Columbia, Canada
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Media ID 6466945
© KAJ R. SVENSSON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Greetings Card (A5)
Discover the wonders of the natural world with our enchanting selection of Media Storehouse Greeting Cards. This captivating design showcases an Orb Web Spider, beautifully captured in its intricate web by Science Photo Library. The spider, with its delicate legs outstretched, awaits its next flying insect prey in this stunning photograph. Send this card to inspire awe and fascination, perfect for nature lovers and those with a curious mind. Add a personal message to express your thoughts and feelings, making it a truly unique and thoughtful gift. Embrace the beauty of science and nature with our Media Storehouse Greeting Cards.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the intricate world of a spider in its orb web. The unidentified spider sits gracefully in the center, showcasing its mastery over this finely woven creation. The orb web, designed exclusively to ensnare flying insects, is an engineering marvel composed of 20 meters of silk fixed at 1,000 junctions. Astonishingly, this delicate masterpiece weighs less than half a milligram. The constant renewal of the web is necessary as prey damages its threads during capture. Over time, the adhesive properties of the viscid and sticky spirals diminish after a couple of days' use. This remarkable image was taken on a peat bog in British Columbia, Canada – an ecosystem teeming with diverse wildlife. In this photograph from Science Photo Library's collection on nature and zoology, we witness both beauty and functionality intertwined seamlessly within nature's realm. The spider's presence reminds us that even creatures often misunderstood or feared possess incredible skills and contribute significantly to our ecosystems. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring scene captured by Science Photo Library without any commercial intent mentioned here, let us appreciate the wonders around us – from tiny spiders spinning their webs to vast landscapes brimming with life – reminding ourselves how interconnected we are with all living beings on our planet Earth.
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