Poster Print : Cypselurus californicus, four-winged flyingfish
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Cypselurus californicus, four-winged flyingfish
Specimen jar containing a four-winged flyingfish (Cypselurus californicus), held in the Darwin Centre at The Natural History Museum, London
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Actinopterygii Beloniform Beloniformes Black Background Bony Fish Exocoetidae Fishes Flying Fish Flyingfish Forked Osteichthyes Preserved Ray Finned Fish
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the wonders of the deep sea with our captivating range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This striking image features a four-winged flyingfish (Cypselurus californicus), expertly captured by Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness this remarkable creature in a specimen jar, on display at The Natural History Museum in London. Bring the mystery and beauty of the ocean into your home or office with this engrossing and intriguing print. A perfect addition to any marine-themed space, this poster is sure to spark curiosity and wonder. Order yours today and immerse yourself in 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 35.2cm x 59.4cm (13.9" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Preserved Four-Winged Marvel: The Enigmatic Cypselurus Californicus at The Natural History Museum, London 2.. In this evocative image, the ethereal beauty of the ocean's most captivating avian-like creatures is encapsulated within the confines of a glass jar at The Natural History Museum in London. The specimen, a Cypselurus californicus or the four-winged flyingfish, lies suspended in a stillness that belies its extraordinary ability to fly through the water and, for a brief moment, soar above the waves. The Cypselurus californicus, also known as the California flyingfish, is a remarkable bony fish belonging to the Exocoetidae family and the Beloniformes order. Its most striking feature is the pair of wing-like pectoral fins that can be extended and flapped rapidly to propel the fish out of the water, allowing it to glide for distances of up to 20 meters (66 feet). This adaptation is a testament to the fish's unique evolutionary journey, which has seen it develop traits reminiscent of both fish and birds. The four-winged flyingfish is native to the temperate and tropical waters of the North Pacific Ocean. Its elongated, torpedo-shaped body, measuring up to 40 centimeters (16 inches) in length, is covered in small, cycloid scales. Its dorsal and anal fins are long and forked, providing additional propulsion when the fish is swimming underwater. This preserved specimen, with its translucent, silver-gray skin and delicate fins, offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of the Cypselurus californicus. It serves as a reminder of the wonders that lie hidden beneath the waves, waiting to be discovered and appreciated by those who venture into the depths of the ocean. As a valued addition to The Natural History Museum's extensive collection, this four-winged flyingfish continues to inspire awe and fascination among visitors, offering a captivating glimpse into the natural world's most enigmatic and mesmerizing creatures.
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