Photographic Print : Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) adult, sucking blood from human skin, Italy, July
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Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) adult, sucking blood from human skin, Italy, July
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671859
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the fascinating world of insects with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image captures the Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) in its natural habitat, feeding on human skin. Taken in Italy during the summer month of July, this photograph by FLPA/Emanuele Biggi provides a rare glimpse into the life cycle of this nocturnal pest. Add this intriguing print to your collection and bring the wonders of nature into your home or office.
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. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 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 Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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.
Bloodsucking Bedbugs - The Italian Summer's Uninvited Guests!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print captured by FLPA photographer Emanuele Biggi, we witness a truly bizarre scene straight out of a horror movie. Meet the notorious Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) adult, indulging in its favorite pastime - sucking blood from human skin! This European host nature shot takes us to sunny Italy in July, where even these tiny insects can't resist the irresistible allure of Italian cuisine. But instead of pasta or gelato, they have their eyes set on something more. . . hematophagous! These pesky parasites are experts at finding their next meal and unfortunately for us humans, our warm-blooded bodies make for an ideal feast. As summer temperatures rise across Southern Europe, bed bugs come out to play and satisfy their insatiable appetite. With stealth-like precision, these sneaky creatures sink their mouthparts into unsuspecting victims' skin and start feasting away. It's not exactly the kind of dining experience we'd sign up for! While it may seem like a nightmare scenario for some people, let's appreciate the incredible diversity found within our natural world – even if that includes bloodsucking bedbugs crashing our summer fun. So next time you're enjoying your vacation in Italy, keep an eye out for these uninvited guests who just can't resist sinking their teeth into some Mediterranean delicacies!
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