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Picture No. 11671376
Conehead Mantis nymph waiting for prey in perfect mimicry. Date
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Media ID 13192487
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Camouflage Camouflaged Empusa Pennata Mantis Mantises Mantodea Nymph Quirky Ugly Unusual Waiting Weird Conehead
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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.
Nature's Master of Disguise - Conehead Mantis Nymph Strikes a Pose!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the incredible artistry of Mother Nature as a clever Conehead Mantis nymph showcases its impeccable mimicry skills. With an uncanny ability to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, this European beauty is the epitome of camouflage perfection. With elongated and peculiar cone-shaped headgear that resembles something out of a sci-fi movie, this quirky insect waits patiently for unsuspecting prey to come within striking distance. Its unusual appearance may be deemed ugly or weird by some, but there's no denying the fascinating allure it possesses. The mantis family (Mantodea) has long been admired for their hunting prowess and unique physical attributes. Empusa pennata, also known as the Conehead Mantis, takes it up a notch with its distinct cone-shaped head and slender body. This little oddity proves that true beauty lies in embracing one's individuality! As we marvel at this extraordinary creature captured in print by Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment, let us appreciate not only its remarkable adaptation skills but also the diversity found within our natural world. From stunning landscapes to bizarre insects like these mantises—our planet never ceases to amaze us with its endless wonders. So next time you stumble upon something seemingly strange or unusual in nature, remember that beneath those unconventional exteriors often lie hidden treasures waiting to be discovered!
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