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Photographic Print : 13132571. Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset
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13132571. Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset
Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset. The gas-filled bladder, or pneumatophore, remains at the surface, while the remainder is submerged. Portuguese man o war have no means of propulsion, and move passively driven by the winds, currents, and tides. Strong winds may drive them into bays or onto beaches. Often, finding a single Portuguese man o war is followed by finding many others in the vicinity. Because they can sting while beached, the discovery of a man o war washed up on a beach may lead to the closure of the beach. Stings from a Portuguese man o war are often extremely painful. They result in severe dermatitis characterized by long, thin, open wounds that resemble those caused by a whip. These are not caused by any impact or cutting action, but by irritating urticariogenic substances in the tentacles. Using its venomous tentacles, a man o war traps and paralyzes its prey while reeling it inwards to the digestive polyps. It typically feeds on small marine organisms, such as fish and plankton. Azores, Portugal Date
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the mesmerizing beauty of the ocean with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "13132571" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment showcases the enchanting Portuguese man o' war, Physalia physalis, against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. With its intricate tentacles and translucent gas-filled bladder, or pneumatophore, hovering at the surface, this print brings the wonder and mystery of the deep sea right into your home. Add a touch of underwater magic to your living space with this stunning photographic print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.7cm x 25.4cm (7.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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. In this breathtaking print captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness the enchanting beauty of a Portuguese man o' war at sunset. As the golden rays paint the sky, this unique creature floats effortlessly on the water's surface, its gas-filled bladder keeping it afloat while its body remains submerged. But don't be fooled by its serene appearance! These fascinating creatures have no means of propulsion and rely on winds, currents, and tides to move around. Sometimes strong gusts even push them into unexpected places like bays or beaches. And guess what? Where there's one man o' war, there are often many more nearby! However, encountering these beach invaders can lead to some serious consequences. Their stings are known to cause excruciating pain and result in long whip-like wounds resembling those caused by a whip. Ouch! No wonder finding a stranded man o' war may prompt beach closures. But let's not dwell on their stingy side too much because these venomous tentacled wonders also play an important role in nature. Using their tentacles as lethal weapons, they trap and paralyze prey before reeling it towards their digestive polyps for a tasty meal of small marine organisms like fish and plankton. So next time you stumble upon one of these captivating creatures washed up ashore or gracefully floating in the sea, remember to admire from afar and appreciate nature's incredible creations!
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