Poster Print : Bearded scropionfish
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Bearded scropionfish
Bearded scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata). This predator gets its name from skin extensions around its mouth. It lies motionless for hours, camouflaged amongst the rocks and coral, until a smaller fish comes within range of a rapid lunge. The scorpionfish has a row of spines on its back, linked to poison glands, which it uses for defence. Photographed in the Red Sea
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Media ID 6459099
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Bony Fish Camouflage Camouflaged Coral Egypt Egyptian Pisces Predator Red Sea Bearded Scorpionfish
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the underwater world into your home or office with Media Storehouse's stunning Bearded Scorpionfish Poster Print. This beautiful image, captured by the expert photographers at Science Photo Library, showcases the intriguing Bearded Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata). With its unique camouflage and distinctive bearded appearance, this predator is a true master of disguise. Add this captivating poster to your collection and marvel at the wonders of the ocean every day.
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 42cm x 51cm (16.5" x 20.1")
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
This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Bearded Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata) in its natural habitat. The bearded scorpionfish, aptly named for the skin extensions around its mouth, is a formidable predator that patiently lies motionless among rocks and coral in the Red Sea. Its incredible camouflage allows it to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, making it virtually invisible to unsuspecting prey. For hours on end, this elusive creature waits patiently until a smaller fish comes within striking range. With lightning-fast speed, it launches itself towards its target in a rapid lunge, capturing its meal effortlessly. However, beneath its stunning exterior lies an arsenal of defense mechanisms. A row of spines adorns its back, each linked to venomous glands that serve as protection against potential threats. The underwater world captured by this photograph transports us into the depths of Egypt's marine wonders. It offers us a glimpse into the intricate web of life that thrives beneath the ocean's surface – where survival depends on both stealth and adaptability. As we admire this remarkable bony fish through Science Photo Library's lens, let us appreciate nature's ingenuity and diversity while cherishing our responsibility to protect these fragile ecosystems for generations to come.
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