Photo Mug : Northern Gannet - Fencing - Pair bonding display performed when couple is reunited - Large white seabird with long black tipped wings and pointed tail - Six foot wingspan - High-diving - Noted for sudden headlong plunges after prey
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Northern Gannet - Fencing - Pair bonding display performed when couple is reunited - Large white seabird with long black tipped wings and pointed tail - Six foot wingspan - High-diving - Noted for sudden headlong plunges after prey
CAN-2564
Northern Gannet - Fencing - Pair bonding display performed when couple is reunited
Canada
Morus bassanus
formerly: Sula bassana, Pelecanus bassanus
John Cancalosi
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Photo Mug
Bring the majesty of the Northern Gannet into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug. This beautifully crafted mug showcases a stunning photograph by John Cancalosi from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment. Witness the breathtaking sight of a Northern Gannet pair performing their unique fencing display, a bonding behavior only seen when they are reunited. With a six-foot wingspan and high-diving abilities, this large white seabird with long black-tipped wings and pointed tail is a sight to behold. Each mug is expertly printed with high-definition images, ensuring your favorite photograph remains vibrant and clear. Start your day with a cup of coffee and a reminder of nature's wonders. Order your Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the Northern Gannet today!
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.5cm high x 8cm diameter (3.7" x 3.1")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Northern Gannets: A Dance of Love and Affection - Fencing, the Intimate Pair Bonding Display" This photograph showcases the unique and intriguing pair bonding display of Northern Gannets, also known as Morus bassanus or Sula bassana, during their reunions. Captured by renowned wildlife photographer John Cancalosi, this image is a testament to the remarkable behavior of these large, striking seabirds native to the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans. The Northern Gannet is easily recognizable with its six-foot wingspan, long black-tipped wings, and pointed tail. Known for their high-diving abilities, these birds are renowned for their sudden, headlong plunges into the water in pursuit of prey. However, this image reveals a different side of their nature – a tender and affectionate one. In this photograph, a pair of Northern Gannets engage in a mating display called "fencing." This behavior is performed when two individuals come together after being separated, and it serves to reaffirm their bond and strengthen their connection. The birds touch beaks, locking them together in a dance-like motion, while their wings create a rhythmic, fencing-like motion, adding to the display's elegance and allure. This image is a reminder of the complex and fascinating behaviors that exist within the natural world. It is essential to appreciate and protect these magnificent creatures and their habitats.
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