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Photographic Print : Flesh Fly (Sarcophaga carnaria) adult female, laying eggs inside Carrion Flower (Stapelia hirsuta), flowers smell like rotten meat to attract pollinators
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Flesh Fly (Sarcophaga carnaria) adult female, laying eggs inside Carrion Flower (Stapelia hirsuta), flowers smell like rotten meat to attract pollinators
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6544947
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
Attract Attracting Attracts Blow Flies Blow Fly Blowflies Blowfly Eggs Flies Laid Laying Lays Meat Pollinator Pollinators Rotten Smell Smells Smelly Succulent Succulents Attracted Blooms Carrion Flower Flesh Fly Fleshfly Odour Odours Stapelia Hirsuta Stink Stinking
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the intriguing beauty of nature with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the Flesh Fly (Sarcophaga carnaria) adult female, layingly eggs inside the Carrion Flower (Stapelia hirsuta). This captivating image by FLPA/Emanuele Biggi showcases the unique symbiotic relationship between these two species. The Carrion Flower, with its distinctive odor of rotten meat, attracts the Flesh Fly for egg-laying, ensuring the next generation's survival. Add this extraordinary print to your collection and bring the wonders of the natural world 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.
Love at First Stink - A Match Made in Nature's Rotting Paradise!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a truly bizarre love affair between two unlikely partners - the Flesh Fly and the Carrion Flower. As if straight out of a twisted romance novel, these two embrace their peculiarities to create an unforgettable bond. The female Flesh Fly, with her elegant wings and delicate features, fearlessly lays her eggs inside the putrid petals of the Carrion Flower. Why? Well, it turns out that these flowers have a secret weapon up their sleeves - they emit an aroma so foul that it mimics rotting meat! This pungent perfume acts as nature's ultimate aphrodisiac for pollinators like our brave little fly friend. As she gracefully deposits her precious cargo within each flower, you can almost imagine her whispering sweet nothings about decaying flesh. Meanwhile, the Carrion Flower proudly displays its vibrant blooms as if saying "Come hither!" to all those who dare venture near. It may seem strange to us humans, but in the wild world of insects and plants, this is just another day in paradise. So next time you catch a whiff of something unpleasant while exploring European wildlife or stumble upon some stinky flowers – remember that true love knows no boundaries…or odors!
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