Poster Print : Common Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) adult, rolled up in defensive position, Leicestershire, England, November
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Common Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) adult, rolled up in defensive position, Leicestershire, England, November
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9673123
© FLPA/Matt Cole
Crustacean Crustaceans Defence Defences Defensive Isopod Isopoda Isopods Leicestershire Pose Poses Position Positions Posture Postures Roll Rolled Rolling Rolls Terrestrial Woodlice Woodlouse
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the intriguing world of nature with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the Common Pill Woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare) in a defensive position. Captured in the leaf litter of Leicestershire, England, during the chilly month of November, this image by FLPA/Matt Cole showcases the woodlouse's unique defense mechanism. Bring this captivating moment into your home or office and elevate your space with a touch of the natural world.
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 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
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 Armored Warrior - The Common Pill Woodlouse Strikes a Pose!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by FLPA/Matt Cole, we witness the incredible defensive behavior of an adult Common Pill Woodlouse in Leicestershire, England. Rolled up tightly like a miniature armadillo, this fascinating arthropod showcases its unique ability to protect itself from potential threats. With its European charm and quintessential British spirit, this woodland dweller demonstrates the art of self-defense in true UK fashion. As autumn leaves carpet the forest floor, our brave little woodlouse takes center stage with its impressive rolling prowess. This terrestrial crustacean belongs to the isopod family and can be found across temperate Europe. Its scientific name, Armadillidium vulgare, perfectly describes its armor-like appearance when curled into a tight ball. It seems even Mother Nature recognizes that sometimes it's best to roll with it! As we admire this enchanting creature's defensive posture, let us appreciate the wonders of nature right on our doorstep. From their quirky poses to their ingenious survival strategies, these pillbugs remind us that there is always beauty and excitement waiting to be discovered in every corner of our natural world. So next time you stumble upon one of these charming woodlice during your autumn strolls through English countryside or elsewhere in Europe, take a moment to marvel at their remarkable defenses – for they truly are masters of rolling with style!
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