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Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin) chick perched on branch showing claws on wings
Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin) chick perched on branch showing claws on wings. The claws are a vestigial feature which is lost by adulthood. Rio Yavari, Peru (non-ex)
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the wonders of the natural world with our stunning Hoatzin Chick Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, captured by Mark Bowler of Nature Picture Library, showcases a Hoatzin chick perched on a branch, revealing its distinctive claws on wings. A fascinating vestigial feature, these claws are a reminder of the bird's aquatic past. Bring this vibrant and intriguing print into your home or office to inspire curiosity and ignite conversations about the diverse and captivating creatures that inhabit our planet.
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 39.7cm (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.
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Claws on Wings - The Curious Case of the Hoatzin Chick!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by Mark Bowler, we witness a truly extraordinary sight - a young Hoatzin chick perched proudly on a branch, showcasing its unique and fascinating claws on its wings. These peculiar appendages are vestigial features that will eventually be lost as the bird reaches adulthood. The Hoatzin, also known as the "stinkbird" or "canje pheasant" is an enigmatic creature found in the lush rainforests of Rio Yavari, Peru. This avian wonder belongs to the Opisthocomus hoazin species and holds a special place in evolutionary biology. As we marvel at this adorable baby bird with its miniature claws prominently displayed, it serves as a reminder of nature's incredible ability to adapt and change over time. The presence of these claws suggests an ancient link to their reptilian ancestors. While most birds rely solely on their feet for gripping branches, these little hoatzins have evolved an extra set of tools! It's like witnessing Mother Nature experimenting with different designs before settling on what works best. So next time you stumble upon this remarkable photograph by Mark Bowler from Nature Picture Library, take a moment to appreciate how evolution has shaped our world. And remember, even in the animal kingdom, sometimes it takes trial and error to find your perfect fit!
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