Poster Print : Two praying mantises
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Two praying mantises
Praying mantises (Choeradodis rhomboidea). These specimens, from French Guiana, South America, have been preserved so that their haemolymph (body fluid) can be extracted. It has a distinctive kite-shaped shield behind the head and upper body. Mantids are sit-and-wait predators, catching prey with their large front legs. Females also consume their mates during or after mating. This and other insects are being screened in search of new antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and anti-cancer drugs by a company called Entomed, based in Strasbourg in France. Between 1999 and 2003, Entomed analysed more than 175 novel molecules with potential medical effects
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the fascinating world of praying mantises with our captivating poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning image by Science Photo Library. Two beautifully preserved mantises, Choeradodis rhomboidea, from French Guiana, South America, showcase their intricate details and unique features. These poster prints are not only visually striking, but they also make for a thought-provoking conversation starter in any room. Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints.
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 55.9cm (16.5" x 22")
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 two praying mantises, specifically Choeradodis rhomboidea species, originating from French Guiana in South America. These remarkable specimens have been carefully preserved to extract their haemolymph, which is the body fluid of insects. One can't help but notice the distinctive kite-shaped shield adorning their heads and upper bodies. Praying mantises are renowned sit-and-wait predators, employing their formidable front legs to capture prey. Interestingly, female mantises exhibit a rather peculiar behavior of consuming their mates either during or after mating. The significance of this image extends beyond its aesthetic appeal. It represents the tireless efforts of Entomed, a research company based in Strasbourg, France. Their mission involves screening various insects for potential medicinal properties such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory agents, antivirals, and even anti-cancer drugs. Between 1999 and 2003 alone, Entomed meticulously analyzed over 175 novel molecules derived from diverse insect species with promising medical effects. This particular photograph exemplifies the crucial role that biology and entomology play in advancing our understanding of medicine. As we delve into the intricate world of these fascinating creatures through scientific exploration and preservation techniques like those employed by Entomed, we unveil new possibilities for breakthroughs in clinical research without compromising commercial interests.
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