Poster Print : Chequered Skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon) adult, resting on marsh thistle, Massif du Sancy, Auvergne, France, July
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Chequered Skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon) adult, resting on marsh thistle, Massif du Sancy, Auvergne, France, July
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9674377
© FLPA/Bob Gibbons
Auvergne Butterflies Butterfly France French Massif Central Skipper Skippers Thistle Thistles
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 Checkmate - A Playful Encounter in the French Countryside
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this enchanting snapshot captured by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons, we witness a whimsical rendezvous between two inhabitants of the Massif du Sancy in Auvergne, France. The star of our show is none other than the Chequered Skipper, also known as Carterocephalus palaemon – a dainty butterfly with striking black and white patterns that resemble a chessboard. Perched delicately on a vibrant marsh thistle, our protagonist seems to be taking a well-deserved break from its fluttery adventures. With its wings gracefully spread open, it proudly displays nature's intricate artwork at its finest. This European skipper exudes an air of confidence and elegance against the backdrop of lush greenery. The Massif du Sancy serves as their picturesque playground during these warm summer months. Nestled within the temperate region of Europe, this idyllic landscape provides ample nourishment for both insects and plants alike. As they coexist harmoniously amidst colorful blooms and buzzing lifeforms, there is no doubt that this ecosystem thrives with vitality. FLPA Images has once again managed to encapsulate Mother Nature's beauty through their lens - reminding us to appreciate even the tiniest creatures that grace our world. So next time you stumble upon a chequered wonder like this one while exploring nature’s wonders or flipping through your photo album, remember to pause and marvel at these magical encounters
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