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Rp2Drhyubhab
Formerly oiled penguins taste freedom as they are returned to the sea near
Cape Town, July 28 2000. The birds were among thousands of penguins rescued
in a mass evacuation after an ore carrier sank recently close to their
breeding grounds on islands north west of Cape Town. Conservation groups and
volunteers have been feeding and cleaning the birds in a converted warehouse
in the city. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE REUTERS/MIKE HUTCHINGS MH/WS
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Media ID 5789562
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the power of visual storytelling with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring the iconic image "Rp2Drhyubhab" by REUTERS. This evocative photograph captures the moment of freedom for rescued penguins off the coast of Cape Town in 2000. Thousands of penguins were saved after an ore carrier sank, leaving them coated in oil. Witness their heartwarming journey back to their natural habitat with this stunning poster print. Bring this inspiring story into your home or office and relive the emotions of this uplifting event.
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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Rescued Penguins Find Their Way Back Home - A Heartwarming Tale of Survival and Freedom
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. In this photo print, titled "Rp2Drhyubhab" we witness a remarkable moment as formerly oiled penguins taste the sweet essence of freedom once again. The image captures the scene near Cape Town on July 28,2000, where these resilient birds are joyously returned to their natural habitat after a harrowing ordeal. These brave creatures were part of thousands of penguins that had to be rescued in a massive evacuation following the sinking of an ore carrier near their breeding grounds on islands northwest of Cape Town. Thanks to the tireless efforts of conservation groups and dedicated volunteers, these penguins found refuge in a converted warehouse within the city. There, they received essential care including feeding and cleaning until they were ready to embark on their journey back home. The photograph serves as a testament to human compassion and our commitment towards protecting wildlife. It reminds us that even in times of crisis, unity can prevail as individuals from various backgrounds come together for a common cause – saving lives. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring image captured by Mike Hutchings for Reuters Images, let it serve as an inspiration for us all. Let it remind us that every living being deserves love, care, and respect; that through collective action and unwavering determination, we can make a difference in preserving our planet's precious biodiversity.
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