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Poster Print : Cook strait giant weta (Deinacrida rugosa)
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Cook strait giant weta (Deinacrida rugosa)
Cook strait giant weta (Deinacrida rugosa). Extinct in the wild until 2007, captive-bred animals are now being re-released. Matiu-Somes Island, Wellington Harbour, North Island, New Zealand. January 2009
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Media ID 18061054
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Australasia Captive Conservation Endangered Grasshoppers Hands Insects Invertebrates Orthoptera
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Cook Strait giant weta (Deinacrida rugosa) with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This rare and fascinating insect, once thought to be extinct in the wild, is now making a comeback through captive breeding and re-release programs. Featuring a captivating image by renowned nature photographer Mark Carwardine from the Nature Picture Library, these poster prints transport you to the breathtaking Matiu-Somes Island in Wellington Harbour, North Island, New Zealand. Bring the wonder of the natural world into your home or office with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Order yours today and celebrate the resilience of nature!
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 39.5cm (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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Tiny Hands, Giant Wetas - A Conservation Success Story!
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. In this print by Mark Carwardine, we witness the incredible journey of the Cook Strait giant weta. Once thought to be extinct in the wild until 2007, these remarkable creatures have made a triumphant comeback thanks to captive breeding efforts. The image transports us to Matiu-Somes Island, nestled in Wellington Harbour on New Zealand's North Island. Here, amidst lush greenery and breathtaking landscapes, we are introduced to these enchanting insects. With their unique appearance resembling a mix between grasshoppers and hands (yes, you read that right!), they effortlessly capture our attention. As we marvel at their vibrant colors and intricate details, it becomes evident that these wetas are true survivors. Endangered and delicate as they may be, their resilience shines through as they adapt and thrive once again in their natural habitat. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of conservation efforts worldwide. It showcases how dedicated individuals can make a significant impact on preserving endangered species for future generations to enjoy. So let's celebrate this heartwarming success story - an ode to teamwork between humans and nature - where tiny hands played a big role in saving these magnificent wetas from extinction!
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