Mounted Print : Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host
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Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host
Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9673023
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
American Ampulicidae Cockroach Cockroaches Deposited Egg Host Eggs Entomophagous Host Hosts Jewel Wasp Laid Parasite Parasites Parasitic Parasitising Parasitized Parasitizing Parastised Periplaneta Americana Solitary Stung Victim Victims Wasp Wasps Zombie Zombies Zombification Zombified
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Discover the fascinating world of the Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) and its intriguing reproductive cycle with our stunningly detailed Mounted Photos. Witness the moment of awe as the wasp lays its tiny, pearly egg on a hapless American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host. Captured in high-resolution by FLPA/Emanuele Biggi, these images transport you to the vibrant and often overlooked realm of the insect kingdom. Ideal for natural history enthusiasts, educators, and researchers, these Mounted Photos make for unique and captivating decor pieces that bring the wonders of the natural world right into your home or office.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 13.5cm (8" x 5.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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.
Nature's Surprising Plot Twist - The Emerald Cockroach Wasp Strikes Again!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a real-life thriller unfolding in the insect kingdom. Meet the cunning Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa), master of manipulation and expert plotter. With precision and stealth, it has just deposited its precious egg on an unsuspecting American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host. Hailing from South Asia, Africa, and Pacific Islands under controlled conditions (no spoilers here!), this jewel-like wasp exhibits solitary behavior that would make even the most seasoned spy envious. Armed with venomous stingers, these tiny arthropods transform their cockroach victims into zombified hosts. As our photograph reveals, the emerald-hued wasp delicately lays its eggs on the immobilized roach victim—a true parasitic masterpiece! Once hatched, these little wasps will feed upon their living incubators until they are ready to emerge as independent creatures. This bizarre yet fascinating phenomenon showcases nature's intricate web of life—where predators become puppeteers and prey unwittingly play their roles. It serves as a reminder that even in the smallest corners of our world, surprises await those who dare to look closer. So next time you encounter a seemingly ordinary cockroach scuttling by or catch sight of an emerald beauty buzzing nearby, remember that there may be more than meets the eye. Nature's twists and turns never fail to astonish
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