Poster Print : Adult Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris) head-slapping (possibly to remove the remora attached to its chest ) in the AuAu Channel between Maui and Lanai, Hawaii, USA. Pacific
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Adult Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris) head-slapping (possibly to remove the remora attached to its chest ) in the AuAu Channel between Maui and Lanai, Hawaii, USA. Pacific
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect
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Media ID 1839511
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Action Active Auau Behavior Behaviour Cetacea Cetacean Channel Delphinidae Dolphin Hawaii Hawaiian Individual Jumping Leaping Longirostris Maui Motion Movement North America Northern Hemisphere Ocean Oceanic Odontocete Pacific Porpoise Single Solitary Spinner Stenella United States
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the breathtaking underwater world with our stunning poster print featuring an adult Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris) in action. This captivating image, taken by renowned photographer Michael Nolan in the AuAu Channel between Maui and Lanai, Hawaii, USA, showcases the dolphin mid-head-slap. It's believed that this behavior helps the dolphin remove parasitic remoras from its body. Add this vibrant and intriguing poster print to your decor, and let the beauty of the Pacific Ocean's wonders enhance your space.
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 39.6cm (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.
Head-Slapping Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin - The Ultimate Remora Removal Technique!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this epic snapshot captured by Michael Nolan, we witness the incredible agility and problem-solving skills of an adult Hawaiian spinner dolphin in action. With a mischievous grin on its face (well, we like to think so), this clever cetacean is caught mid-air as it executes a head-slapping maneuver in the AuAu Channel between Maui and Lanai. But what's the purpose behind this acrobatic display? Well, our marine mammal experts suggest that our playful protagonist might be attempting to rid itself of an unwanted hitchhiker - a pesky remora attached to its chest! Talk about multitasking! As the dolphin leaps gracefully out of the water, defying gravity with finesse, it showcases not only its remarkable athleticism but also its resourcefulness. This solitary creature demonstrates intelligent behavior as it uses nature's own amusement park ride to solve a bothersome issue. The crystal-clear waters surrounding Hawaii provide the perfect backdrop for such captivating moments. With each splash and leap, this energetic spinner dolphin reminds us all why these magnificent creatures are known for their active and lively nature. So next time you find yourself facing an annoying problem or just need some inspiration for creative solutions, take a cue from our finned friend here - embrace your inner spinner dolphin and give that challenge a good ol' head-slap!
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